Do you struggle to put together a quick and healthy breakfast?  This strawberry banana overnight oats recipe is perfect for those mornings when you are on the go and don’t have time to cook a full blown breakfast.  And this recipe is only 4 SmartPoints per serving.

Let’s celebrate summer by using delicious, ripe fresh strawberries in a recipe.

Maybe you went strawberry picking with your family (I want to do this next year) and you have an abundance of strawberries. This breakfast recipe is perfect for you!

Or maybe you just love buying fresh strawberries at the store each week (we currently do this because my toddlers both love strawberries).

Again, this recipe is perfect for you and those busy mornings.

Ingredients you will need to make this recipe

FAQs about this recipe

How quickly can this come together?

This can take about 5 minutes to throw together. It’s that easy.

What is the minimum amount of time this needs to be refrigerated for?

Overnight is best, but if you are pressed for time, a minimum of 5 hours should be plenty.

What is the difference between honey and white sugar?

Honey is higher in calories and is sweeter than white sugar. Because of this, you probably don’t need to use as much honey as you do white sugar in certain recipes. Honey also adds flavor to dishes, like this one, where white sugar does not.

Are there health benefits to using honey?

There aren’t any real health benefits of honey. However, honey is great for cooking and can be an alternative to sugar.

I can’t find strawberries at my grocery store. What can I use instead?

That’s a great question. Sometimes strawberries are expensive if it is not in season, or they are sold out. If that is the case, blueberries, blackberries or raspberries would work really well in this recipe.

You use peanut butter. Could I use a different nut butter instead?

Yes! If you prefer other nut butters (almond butter is my favorite) or are allergic to peanut butter, you can use something else. This recipe is versatile and can be adapted to your preferences.

Now, I also believe that having ripe strawberries is key to this recipe as well.  You really can’t do much if the strawberries aren’t ripe and delicious – and organic, like I mentioned in this list.  

I love making this for my kids. They love this recipe, and it’s a great alternative to traditional oatmeal. I also love this make ahead egg scramble recipe for when I need to be quick in the mornings.

I also love the addition of peanut butter in this recipe.  Yes, peanut butter…it’s a perfect compliment to the oats and Almond milk.

If you are interested in additional delicious breakfast recipes, you need to try this Western omelet recipe.

What’s your favorite quick breakfast?

strawberry banana overnight oats

Strawberry Banana Overnight Oats

Dash of Herbs
This recipe is 4 SmartPoints per serving, 1 cup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Breakfast
Servings 4 servings
Calories 235 kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 oz container of plain Greek yogurt
  • 2/3 cup regular oats
  • 2/3 cup Almond milk or another low-fat milk
  • 1 medium banana sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon honey
  • 1 Tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 Tablespoon low-fat peanut butter
  • a handful of strawberries sliced

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, mix together all the ingredients. Once mixed, cover the container and place in the refrigerator.
    strawberry banana overnight oats process shot
  • Refrigerate overnight. Stir again before serving.
    strawberry banana overnight oats process shot

Notes

You can add additional sliced strawberries or bananas when you are serving the following morning.

Nutrition

Calories: 235kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10.6gFat: 7.5gSaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 7.7mgSodium: 40mgFiber: 4.8gSugar: 12g
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4 Comments

  1. Hi Jodi, no the oats don’t need to be cooked (that’s the beauty of this easy breakfast). I used just plain old Kroger brand.

  2. Hi. Do they oats need to be cooked? And what brand do you use? Thanks.

  3. I love overnight oats too…they are so easy and so tasty. I would love to try this (or a variation of this) with blueberries. I bet it’s just as delicious!

  4. love overnight breakfast recipes like this, makes things so easy the next day. Trying this tonight, but with blueberries since I’m too lazy to stop at the store

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