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Banana Split Overnight Protein Oats

Creamy chocolate protein oats topped with caramelized banana, strawberries, yogurt, crushed nuts, shredded coconut and a hot dark chocolate drizzle. These overnight oats have all the components of a decadent banana split, yet are naturally vegan, gluten-free, rich in both protein and fiber and contain no added sugar.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Jamie Vespa MS, RD

Ingredients

  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 extra ripe banana mashed
  • 1 1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1 scoop 21 gm Sunwarrior Chocolate Classic Protein
  • 2 tbsp coconut yogurt - sub for vanilla Greek yogurt if not making vegan
  • 2 tsp chia seeds
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract optional
  • 1/2 tsp stevia
  • **Toppings optional:
  • Remaining half of banana sliced into thick pieces + 1 tsp coconut oil, pinch of sea salt for caramelizing
  • 1/4 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1 tbsp coconut flakes
  • 1 tbsp crushed nuts walnuts, pecans, etc
  • 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips use Enjoy Life if making vegan + 1/4-1/2 tsp coconut oil

Instructions

  • Pour almond milk, protein powder and vanilla extract in a shaker cup or a jar with a lid. Shake to thoroughly mix.
  • In a medium-sized bowl or a large jar with a lid, combine oats, mashed banana, yogurt, chia seeds and stevia, stir to combine. Pour in milk/protein mixture and mix everything to thoroughly combine. Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight, or for at least 5-6 hours.
  • The next morning, remove oats from the refrigerator and begin preparing toppings, if desired.
  • For caramelized banana, heat 1 tsp of coconut oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add banana slices and pinch of sea salt. Saute for ~2-3 mins per side, or until the flesh appears caramelized. Place on top of oats.
  • For chocolate drizzle, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small, microwave-safe bowl. Nook for ~20 seconds, stir, and nook again for 10-15 seconds, or until chocolate has melted.
  • Once all desired toppings are on oats, use a small spoon to drizzle dark chocolate on top. Serve!

Notes

To assure oats are gluten-free (if necessary), use certified GF rolled oats (Bob's Red Mill)

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 16.5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 148mg | Fiber: 8.5g | Sugar: 6g