Easy to make and sweet to eat; the perfect combination!
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Whether it’s early in the morning or late at night, it’s always best to find something that’s sweet to eat and easy to make. That’s just one of the reasons why banana chia pudding is perfect for either breakfast or dessert. It provides the sustenance of something you can eat for breakfast but is more than sweet enough to be a dessert. Either way, it’s only going to take a few short minutes to make and is bound to leave your taste buds satisfied.
Some have described this versatile dish as having the taste of banana bread but in the form of pudding. It’s smooth and sweet, especially if you have a little maple syrup and vanilla extract. At the same time, the chia seeds add taste and texture. In other words, it’s safe to say that this isn’t like any pudding you’ve ever had before.
If you end up liking this pudding and want to explore similar recipes, Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding is just as delicious. Another breakfast pudding that you can try is Peach Breakfast Quinoa Chia Pudding.
Is Banana Chia Pudding Healthy?
There are several reasons why banana chia pudding can be considered healthy. For starters, it’s high in both protein and fiber thanks to the chia seeds. In fact, chia seeds are also rich in calcium, antioxidants, omega-3s, and more helpful nutrients. Meanwhile, bananas are low in calories and an excellent source of potassium and vitamin B6. Plus, the flavors in this pudding are all natural, coming mostly from the banana, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, which is why there are just 13 grams of sugar per serving.
So Many Options…
As the recipe states, maple syrup and vanilla extract are optional depending on how much sweetness and flavor you want in the pudding. But those aren’t the only optional ingredients in a recipe like this. If you’re a fan of nuts, cashews, walnuts, pecans, and other types of nuts are all viable options to add to banana pudding. Coconut flakes, cocoa powder, almond butter, and peanut butter are other common additions. You can even slice up other fruits or add granola to this pudding. Just keep in mind that the more ingredients you add, the more it changes the nutritional profile of the pudding.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
Mash
Prepare the banana base.
Mix
Combine with other ingredients; stir.
Chill
Refrigerate to set; garnish before serving.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
To make banana chia pudding ahead of time, put individual servings into their own containers and make sure they are sealed with either a top or plastic wrap. In the fridge, the pudding should remain good for up to 3 days.
Serving Suggestions
If you’re having this pudding for breakfast, we might recommend a delicious fruit smoothie to go alongside it. Naturally, a Strawberry Smoothie would be the perfect complement for banana pudding. But there are plenty of other smoothie flavors to explore, including Watermelon and Blueberry.
Other fun breakfast items to consider adding to the mix include Funfetti Protein Cookies, Healthy Homemade Pop Tarts or some Sugar-Free Banana Bread.
Banana Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup optional
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
Instructions
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Mash the banana in a medium-sized mixing bowl until smooth.
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Add the almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana and stir until well combined.
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Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken into a pudding consistency.
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Serve the chia pudding in bowls or glasses and, if desired, garnish with additional banana slices or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Nutrition
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