This is an easy recipe for Caramel Banana Overnight Oats made with gluten free rolled oats, ripe bananas, maple syrup caramel sauce, and oat milk. A gluten free, dairy free, and refined sugar free treat healthy enough for breakfast and decadent enough for dessert!
Plan Ahead - Refrigerate the can of coconut milk overnight. We are only using the coconut solids from the can.
Make the Maple Syrup Caramel Sauce first. You will have extra that can be stored in a airtight jar in the refrigerator for 5 to 7 days.
Banana Overnight Oats
In a medium mixing bowl, mash up 2 of the bananas with a fork until smooth, creamy, and free of lumps. Reserve the third banana for slicing and topping the oats.
Add the coconut cream, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup caramel sauce, and salt. Mix until thoroughly incorporated and creamy. Add the oat milk and stir until smooth.
Sprinkle the oats into the liquid and stir to combine. Note - At this point, you can taste test the oats and add more maple caramel sauce if you prefer sweeter oats. Keep in mind maple syrup caramel sauce is used as a topping as well. Cover and refrigerate the oats at least overnight.
Whipped Coconut Cream Topping - You can whip up the remaining coconut solids from the can to make whipped cream. Add the coconut to a small mixing bowl and using a hand held mixer, whip on medium high speed until soft, fluffy, and medium peaks form. You can add a little - 2 to 3 teaspoons - of the Maple Syrup Caramel Sauce to sweeten to taste.
Assemble the Oats - Transfer the overnight oats to serving glasses, top with a generous drizzle of maple syrup caramel sauce, sliced bananas (you can also add slices to the bottom of the glass), and a dollop of whipped coconut cream. Sprinkle with cinnamon and Enjoy!
Notes
Oats - I recommend rolled oats because of their size and texture. You don't have to use 'Gluten Free' labeled oats if the recipe does not need to be gluten free.
Oat Milk - The oat milk is a nice flavor compliment to the oats. Although you can use any milk you prefer.
Coconut Milk/Cream - To make the overnight oats creamy AND to make successful whipped cream - the can of coconut milk should be refrigerated overnight. You can swap the coconut cream with yogurt in the overnight oats, and omit the whipped cream topping if you prefer.
Maple Syrup Caramel - If you prefer not to make or use the maple syrup caramel sauce, substitute in any sweetener of choice and sweeten to taste.