Sweet, creamy Banana Cream Pie Overnight Oats, complete with a graham cracker crust. If you love banana in overnight oats, this recipe is for you.
I have always LOVED putting banana in overnight oats. Not only does it result in the creamiest texture and add natural sweetness, it tastes like my favorite banana bread. So if you're like me and love all things banana, these banana cream pie overnight oats are going to be your new best friend.
Like all good cream pies, these overnight oats start with a graham cracker crust. Then we layer on creamy banana overnight oats and top with vanilla Greek yogurt, banana slices and crushed graham crackers. If that doesn't sound like a dreamy breakfast, I don't know what does.
Why This Recipe Is Dietitian Approved
- Meal prep friendly. Overnight oats are very simple to prep ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week. They are a staple in my meal prep breakfast rotation.
- Filling and high protein. While oatmeal is not traditional packed with protein, I always make my high protein overnight oats with at least 25 grams to start your morning off strong.
- Tastes like dessert. It's like banana cream pie, but without the sugar crash. Who wouldn't want dessert for breakfast?
Ingredients
Oats. You can use any oats for this overnight oats recipe. I find rolled oats or quick oats work best but minute oats will work as well. Steel cut oats will not work, as they are very tough and require cooking.
Chia seeds. These help thicken the oats and keep them binded. You can use either black or white chia seeds; both are great options to add fiber and other nutrients like healthy fats. Want to learn more about chia seeds? I have a whole post here.
Vanilla protein powder. Optional, but recommended to give these oats an additional boost of protein for an even more satisfying breakfast! I personally love the smooth vanilla protein from Nuzest as it’s a great gluten and dairy free option. You can leave the protein powder out if you prefer as well.
Banana. For a true banana cream pie flavour! I recommend using a ripe banana for the sweetest flavour.
Milk. You can use any milk or milk alternative of choice. For the highest protein options I recommend using dairy milk or unsweetened soy milk.
Maple syrup. For a touch of natural sweetness. I recommend using 100% pure maple syrup. Honey also works.
Greek yogurt. This helps create a thicker overnight oat base and act as the ‘cream’ topping on the banana cream pie overnight oats. In this recipe, I use vanilla Greek yogurt for a sweeter flavour, however you can also make your own by combining plain Greek yogurt, maple syrup and vanilla extract.
Vanilla extract. For flavour! I recommend using pure natural vanilla extract.
Graham crackers. This is the base for the ‘crust’. I always find purchasing whole graham crackers and crushing them yourself vs buying pre-crushed graham cracker crumbs. It just tastes better.
The complete ingredient list with measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Instructions
In a 10 oz mason jar or glass container, combine graham cracker crumbs and milk - the mixture should be wet enough to stick together but shouldn’t be overly liquid-y. Gently press the mixture into the bottom of your mason jar using a spoon to form the crust.
In a medium bowl, add mashed banana, milk, maple syrup, vanilla greek yogurt and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth. Add oats, chia seeds and protein powder. Mix well.
Pour oat mixture over the graham cracker crust. Cover and place in the fridge to chill for at least 3 hours (ideally overnight).
- if you would like - you can also gently press thinly sliced bananas around the edges of the jar once the overnight oat mixture has been added!
In the morning, top with the remaining 2 tablespoon of vanilla Greek yogurt and finish with additional sliced bananas or crushed graham cracker crumbs if desired.
Substitutions and Variations
To make gluten-free: Use use certified gluten free oats and gluten free graham crackers.
To make dairy-free/vegan: Use a dairy-free milk and yogurt.
To make nut-free: This recipe is naturally nut-free.
Equipment
- Mason jar (I like the 10 oz Weck jars)
Storage
These oats are great for meal prep! After the initial 3 hours of chill time, you can top the oats with the remaining yogurt topping store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
If you are looking to prep these more than a day in advance, I recommend skipping the sliced bananas on the sides of the jar as these will begin to brown over time.
Top Tips for Success
For the sweetest flavour I recommend ensuring your banana is ripe enough to be soft but still firm, look for a banana that is beginning to turn brown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Any plain yogurt of choice will work, the only difference is the oats will be slightly thinner. For a thicker consistency, I recommend sticking with Greek yogurt or skyr.
When it comes to flavoured yogurts, I like looking for a lower sugar option such as the Oikos triple zero. If you are in Canada, my favourite is Two Good.
Unfortunately, in these oats the banana is a key factor! If you are looking for other options you can try my cookie dough overnight oats or berry cheesecake overnight oats.
More Overnight Oat Recipes
Switch up your overnight oats with one of these flavors:
- Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- Chocolate Covered Strawberry Blended Overnight Oats
- Tiramisu Overnight Oats
- Birthday Cake Overnight Oats
See you in the kitchen!
PS. I love seeing my recipes in action! If you decide to make these banana cream pie overnight oats, don't forget to snap a photo and tag me on Instagram- @nourishedbynic or leave a comment and rating below letting me know how you liked it!
📖 Recipe
Banana Cream Pie Overnight Oats
Ingredients
For the ‘crust’:
- ¼ cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoon milk
For the banana oats:
- ½ large ripe banana mashed
- ½ cup milk
- ½ tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup oats quick, minute or rolled
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder
For the creamy topping
- 2 tablespoon vanilla Greek yogurt
Optional toppings:
- Sliced bananas
- Crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- In a 10 oz mason jar or glass container, combine graham cracker crumbs and milk. The mixture should be wet enough to stick together but shouldn’t be overly liquidy. Gently press the mixture into the bottom of your mason jar using a spoon to form the crust.
- In a medium bowl, add mashed banana, milk, maple syrup, vanilla Greek yogurt and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth. Add oats, chia seeds and protein powder. Mix well. Pour oat mixture over the graham cracker crust. Cover and place in the fridge to chill for at least 3 hours (ideally overnight).
- In the morning, top with the remaining 2 tablespoon of vanilla Greek yogurt and finish with additional sliced bananas or crushed graham cracker crumbs if desired.
- Serving size: 1 jar of oats
Christina says
This recipe was delicious! It was like eating dessert for breakfast except it was way more filling. This will definitely go in the breakfast rotation since it was easy to make and I can grab it to go!
Mariah says
Delicious and easy! I omitted the “crust” and just did the overnight oat portion to make it even easier to put together. I bet the added crunch would’ve been great, so I’ll try that next time. As an added bonus, I shared my breakfast with my 2 year old who really liked it.