Overnight Oats Parfait with Caramelized Bananas Recipe

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Try this overnight oats parfait with caramelized bananas and peanut butter for a delicious and healthy breakfast option any day of the week.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Salt, Vegan

Servings:

Calories: 510kcal

Make ahead our quick and easy homemade soy yogurt recipe because it only takes 5 minutes to prepare. It's sweetened with dates, not refined sugar. You can substitute with store-bought, but try to find one with no added sugar.
In a small or medium bowl, add a cup of rolled oats, chia seeds (or flax seeds), a cup of almond milk, half of the maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla bean powder (or vanilla extract).
Stir until everything is well combined. (Note: At this point, you can give it a taste and adjust it by adding a bit more cinnamon, maple syrup, or vanilla to your liking.) Let the oat mixture sit for at least 15 minutes so the flavors combine and develop a chewy texture.
Slice the bananas in half, then split each half again. Using a small spoon or brush, coat the banana slices, split side up, with a thin layer of maple syrup.
Place bananas on parchment paper and put them in the air fryer at 400°F (205°C) for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden and caramelized. Set aside the caramelized bananas to cool to room temperature.
To assemble the overnight oats parfait with caramelized bananas, spoon in a quarter of the oat mixture, add two pieces of caramelized banana, and drizzle some peanut butter. Add a yogurt layer. Repeat the layers, ending with chopped walnuts (or pecans) on top of the last yogurt layer.
Technically, you can eat this overnight oats parfait immediately. For best results, allow the oats to chill in the fridge for at least two hours, ideally overnight.

Equipment: Use a mixing bowl to prep your oats efficiently. We recommend an air fryer to caramelize the bananas. If you don't have an air fryer, you can caramelize the bananas in a skillet over medium heat on the stovetop with a tablespoon of avocado oil. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
Brunch Tip: Enjoy this overnight oats parfait with caramelized bananas as part of a brunch spread, paired with our Pesto Avocado Toast or Crustless Vegan Quiche.
Leftovers/Meal Prep: Store overnight oats parfait in an airtight container, such as a mason jar, in the fridge for up to 3 days.