Description
A delicious and nutritious Banana Overnight Oat and Yogurt Parfait, layered with cocoa-flavored oats, creamy Greek yogurt, fresh banana slices, and a smooth peanut butter topping. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack, it can be enjoyed immediately warm or prepared ahead for a convenient overnight treat.
Ingredients
Oat Layer
- 1/3 cup old fashioned oats (quick-cooking oats work, too)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk (or cashew milk, or skim milk)
- 1/2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp flavoring of choice
Yogurt Layer
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp sugar
Topping
- 1 banana (sliced)
- 2 tbsp powdered peanut butter
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare Oat Layer: Add the oats to the bottom of a mason jar or serving container. Stir in the almond milk, cocoa powder, and your choice of flavoring until well combined.
- Cook or Refrigerate Oats: For an immediate serving, microwave the oat mixture for about 1 minute 30 seconds until the oats are cooked to your liking. If preparing the parfait overnight, leave the oat mixture uncooked and refrigerate.
- Mix Yogurt Layer: In a separate bowl, combine the plain non-fat Greek yogurt with the cocoa powder and sugar, mixing until smooth.
- Assemble Yogurt Layer: Spoon the yogurt mixture gently over the oat layer in the mason jar, creating a distinct layer.
- Add Banana Slices: Slice the banana and add the slices on top of the yogurt layer evenly.
- Prepare Peanut Butter Topping: In a small bowl, combine the powdered peanut butter with water and stir until smooth and creamy.
- Top Parfait: Spoon the smooth peanut butter over the banana slices to complete the parfait.
- Store and Serve: Place the lid on the mason jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Before eating, you may mix the layers or enjoy them as is.
Notes
- You can customize the flavoring in the oat layer to vanilla, cinnamon, or your preferred extract.
- Using non-fat Greek yogurt keeps the parfait light while adding protein.
- The parfait can be eaten warm immediately after microwaving or chilled if prepared overnight.
- Powdered peanut butter is a lower-fat alternative to regular peanut butter but can be substituted if preferred.
- Keep refrigerated to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds (if microwaving immediately)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
