Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (Store brand)
- 2 1/2 cups Water or Milk of choice (using water and a splash of milk saves money)
- 1 1/4 cups Plain Greek Yogurt (Buy the large tub)
- 5 teaspoons Chia seeds (Optional, buy in bulk bins)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons Peanut butter
- 2 large Bananas, mashed or sliced
- Pinch of salt
- Cinnamon to taste
Instructions
- Line up five mason jars or airtight plastic containers on your counter. Using individual containers ensures your portions are controlled and makes it easy to grab one as you head out the door. Ensure they are clean and dry before you start adding ingredients.
- Distribute 1/2 cup of rolled oats into each of the five jars. Add one teaspoon of chia seeds to each jar if you are using them. Sprinkle a small pinch of salt and a dash of cinnamon into every container. Salt is a secret budget tip—it enhances the sweetness of the oats without needing extra sugar.
- Pour 1/2 cup of your liquid (water or milk) into each jar. Add 1/4 cup of Greek yogurt to every container. The yogurt provides a creamy texture and a boost of protein that keeps you full until lunch. Finally, drop a half-tablespoon of peanut butter into each jar for healthy fats.
- Mash your bananas and divide them equally among the jars. Use a spoon to stir each jar thoroughly, ensuring the oats at the bottom are fully submerged in liquid. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add an extra splash of water now.
- Seal the lids tightly on all five jars. Place them in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or ideally overnight. The oats will soak up the liquid, softening into a pudding-like consistency that is ready to eat cold the next morning.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes