These Pumpkin Banana Overnight Oats are a cozy, simple fall breakfast with cinnamon and pumpkin spice folded into hearty oats. A delicious, make-ahead morning option.
These Pumpkin Banana Overnight Oats blend two favorites: banana bread–style oats and pumpkin pie–spiced oats. Ripe banana, pumpkin puree, warming spices, and rolled oats combine into a filling, flavorful breakfast you can prep in minutes and enjoy all week.
Why you’ll love these oats
- A cozy, fall-inspired breakfast.
- Ready in just five minutes of hands-on prep.
- A delightful mix of banana-bread and pumpkin-pie flavors.
- Great for meal prep—make several jars at once.
- Hearty and satisfying to start your day.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Rolled oats: Regular or gluten-free rolled oats work best. Steel-cut oats remain too chewy for quick overnight oats.
- Milk: Any milk you prefer—dairy, almond, oat, or other plant milks—will work. Vanilla almond milk adds a nice touch.
- Banana: Use ripe bananas for the best sweetness and texture. Slight browning is ideal.
- Pumpkin puree: Canned pumpkin puree is convenient; homemade puree also works well.
- Flax or chia: Ground flax adds fiber and a bit of protein. Chia seeds are a good alternative.
- Spices: A mix of cinnamon and pumpkin spice balances the flavor. You can use pumpkin spice alone if you prefer.
- Sweetener: Maple syrup is recommended, but honey or your favorite sweetener is fine. Because banana adds sweetness, you can sweeten to taste in the morning.
- Nuts: Chopped pecans or walnuts add crunch. Omit if you have a nut allergy.
How to make these oats
Making these overnight oats is straightforward. In a mason jar or a small sealed bowl, mash the banana, then add the oats, pumpkin puree, milk, spices, flax (or chia), sweetener, and a pinch of salt. Stir until combined, seal, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours—overnight is best.
Before serving, add banana slices, a dollop of whipped cream if you like, and chopped pecans for crunch. Enjoy chilled or warmed briefly in the microwave.
Expert tips and notes
- Make ahead: These jars keep well in the refrigerator for 4–5 days. If preparing multiple servings for the week, you can wait to add fresh banana slices until serving to preserve texture and color.
- Other additions: Try chia seeds, shredded coconut, shredded carrot (for a carrot-cake twist), or golden raisins for variety.
Other overnight oat ideas
- Zucchini Bread Overnight Oats
- Vanilla Cold Brew Overnight Oats
- Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Overnight Oats
- Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oats
- Apple Pie Overnight Oats
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Pumpkin Banana Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (regular or gluten free)
- 1/3 banana
- 2 T pumpkin puree
- 1/2 T flax seeds (or chia)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp pumpkin spice
- Dash of sea salt
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 1-2 tsp pure maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1 T chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- In a mason jar or small bowl that can be sealed, mash the banana.
- Add the oats, pumpkin puree, flax or chia, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, a pinch of salt, milk, and sweetener. Stir well to combine.
- Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled or warm. Top with banana slices, whipped cream, and chopped pecans if desired.
Notes
- You can prep multiple servings at once and store them in the refrigerator for 4–5 days. For best texture, add fresh banana just before serving if prepping ahead.
- Other mix-ins to try: chia seeds, shredded coconut, shredded carrot, or golden raisins.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 53 g,
Protein: 12 g,
Fat: 16 g,
Fiber: 9 g,
Sugar: 17 g
Nutrition information is an approximation.