Banana Cappuccino Overnight Oats ☕🍌🥣

If you love coffee, creamy oats, and the natural sweetness of bananas, this Banana Cappuccino Overnight Oats is the perfect way to start your day! It’s thick, rich, and packed with bold espresso flavor, all while being super easy to prep the night before. No cooking, no stress—just a delicious, energizing breakfast waiting for you in the morning.

Let’s get started!

What You’ll Need

½ cup rolled oats
½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
¼ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (chilled)
½ ripe banana (mashed, for natural sweetness)
1 tbsp chia seeds (for thickness)
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)

For Toppings (Optional but Delicious!):

Banana slices
Dusting of cocoa powder
Drizzle of milk or cream

a small plate of rolled oats, a small glass of milk, a small cup of brewed espresso, a small plate with mashed banana, a small plate of chia seeds, a small plate of vanilla extract, a small plate of ground cinnamon, and a small plate of maple syrup

Pro Tips

Use cold brew! It gives the oats a smoother, less bitter taste.
Want it extra creamy? Add Greek yogurt or an extra splash of milk.
For a stronger coffee kick, add an extra shot of espresso!
Prefer sweeter oats? Stir in a little more maple syrup or honey.
Like a crunch? Sprinkle cacao nibs or chopped nuts on top.

Tools You’ll Need

Mason jar (or any airtight container)
Spoon for stirring
Espresso machine or coffee maker

Substitutions & Variations

No espresso? Use cold brew concentrate or extra-strong coffee.
No chia seeds? Swap for flaxseeds or reduce the milk slightly.
Dairy-free? Use almond, oat, or coconut milk.

Instructions

Step 1: Brew & Cool the Espresso

Brew ¼ cup of espresso or strong coffee and let it cool.

freshly brewed espresso shot in a small white cup, the rich crema sitting on top

Step 2: Mash the Banana

In a small bowl, mash ½ a ripe banana until smooth.

a small plate with mashed banana, its soft texture slightly chunky, with a fork resting beside it

Step 3: Mix the Oats Base

In a mason jar, add rolled oats, milk, mashed banana, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and maple syrup (if using).

a mason jar filled with rolled oats, creamy milk, mashed banana, chia seeds, warm cinnamon, clear vanilla extract, and a drizzle of maple syrup, all layered before mixing

Step 4: Add the Espresso

Pour the cooled espresso over the oat mixture and stir well.

rich, dark espresso being poured into a mason jar filled with oats, banana, and cinnamon, the coffee slowly soaking into the mixture

Step 5: Seal & Chill Overnight

Seal the jar and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours) to let the oats soak.

a mason jar with a tight-sealed lid, filled with espresso-infused oats, chilling in the fridge door

Step 6: Stir & Serve

In the morning, stir the oats and add a drizzle of milk or cream.

a spoon stirring thick, espresso-soaked oats inside a mason jar, with a drizzle of creamy milk cascading in

Step 7: Add Toppings & Enjoy

Top with banana slices, a dusting of cocoa powder, and a final drizzle of milk.

a jar of Banana Cappuccino Overnight Oats, topped with fresh banana slices, a light dusting of cocoa powder, and a drizzle of milk, looking creamy and delicious.

Leftovers & Storage

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For meal prep, make multiple jars at once!

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Banana Cappuccino Overnight Oats are ready! They’re smooth, sweet, and packed with that rich coffee flavor, just like your favorite café treat. Try them out, take a pic, and let me know how they turned out. Enjoy! ☕🍌✨