Strawberry Banana Bread Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats blending banana, strawberry, and walnuts for a wholesome nutritious start to the day.

# What You Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
03 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
05 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit & Add-ins

09 - 1 ripe banana, mashed
10 - 3/4 cup diced fresh strawberries
11 - 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

→ Toppings

12 - Additional sliced strawberries, optional
13 - Banana slices, optional
14 - Extra walnuts, optional
15 - Honey or maple syrup drizzle, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl or mason jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Stir thoroughly until well incorporated.
02 - Fold in mashed banana, diced strawberries, and chopped walnuts. Mix gently to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
03 - Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats well. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach desired consistency.
05 - Divide between two bowls or jars. Top with additional strawberry slices, banana slices, walnuts, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Make-ahead convenience that saves precious morning time
  • Tastes like dessert but packed with wholesome nutrition
  • Naturally sweetened with banana and maple syrup
  • Customizable to your dietary needs and taste preferences
  • Keeps fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days for easy meal prep
02 -
  • Toast the walnuts lightly before adding for enhanced nutty flavor
  • Use a ratio of half dairy milk and half plant-based milk for extra creaminess
  • Reserve some fresh strawberries to add in the morning for a burst of fresh flavor
  • Add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed for additional omega-3 fatty acids
  • Store in airtight mason jars for easy grab-and-go breakfasts all week
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