No-Sugar Banana Oatmeal Breakfast Jars

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No-Sugar Banana Oatmeal Breakfast Jars

 Description

These no-sugar banana oatmeal jars are a quick, budget-friendly breakfast made with simple pantry staples. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas, they’re creamy, filling, and perfect for weight loss. Make them ahead in jars for busy mornings—kids love them, and adults stay full for hours.

 Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep: 5 minutes

  • Cook: 5–10 minutes (optional)

  • Total: 10 minutes

 Servings

1 jar = 1 serving
Recipe below makes 4 servings

 Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats

  • 2½ cups milk or water (dairy or plant-based)

  • 3 ripe bananas

  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

  • ½ cup crushed plain biscuits or extra oats (optional topping)

  • A pinch of salt

👉 No sugar, no honey, no sweeteners

Instructions

  1. Cook the oats

    • In a pot, combine oats, milk (or water), salt, and cinnamon

    • Cook on medium heat until thick and creamy

    • Remove from heat and let cool slightly

  2. Prepare the banana cream

    • Mash 2 bananas until very smooth

    • Stir into the warm oats with vanilla

  3. Assemble the jars

    • Add a layer of oats

    • Add crushed biscuits or oats

    • Repeat layers

  4. Top

    • Slice the remaining banana on top

    • Sprinkle with crushed oats or biscuits

  5. Serve or store

    • Eat immediately or refrigerate up to 3 days

 Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas—they provide all the sweetness

  • Texture thickens after chilling

  • Great hot or cold

Tips for Weight Loss

  • Use water or unsweetened almond milk

  • Skip biscuits if cutting calories

  • Add chia seeds for extra fullness

  • Portion control matters—1 jar is enough

 Approximate Nutritional Info (per serving)

(May vary by ingredients used)

  • Calories: ~280

  • Protein: 9 g

  • Carbs: 48 g

  • Fiber: 8 g

  • Fat: 5 g

  • Added Sugar: 0 g

 Health Benefits

  • Naturally sweet—no blood sugar spikes

  • High fiber keeps you full longer

  • Great for digestion

  • Budget-friendly and kid-approved

  • Supports steady, sustainable weight loss

Q & A

Q: Can I eat this every day?
Yes—especially if you rotate toppings or add nuts/seeds for balance.

Q: Is this safe for kids?
Absolutely. No refined sugar and very filling.

Q: Can I make it vegan?
Yes—use plant-based milk.

Q: Can I skip cooking the oats?
Yes—use overnight oats with mashed banana and milk.

Q: Why does it help with weight loss?
High fiber + natural sweetness = fewer cravings and longer fullness.

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