Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Chill Time: 2–3 hours
Total Time: ~3–4 hours
Ingredients
For the Pudding Base
- 2 large ripe bananas
- 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- ¾ cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (for thickness & extra protein)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for thicker pudding texture)
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Banana slices
- Crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers
- Whipped cream or Greek yogurt
- Peanut butter drizzle
Instructions
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Blend the base
In a blender, combine bananas, almond milk, protein powder, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and salt.
Blend until completely smooth. -
Thicken the pudding
Pour the mixture into a small saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk in cornstarch until fully dissolved.
Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens slightly. -
Add chia seeds
Remove from heat and stir in chia seeds.
Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to thicken further as the chia seeds absorb the liquid. -
Chill
Pour the pudding into small bowls or jars.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours (or overnight) until set and creamy. -
Serve & enjoy
Top with banana slices, crushed graham crackers, whipped cream, or a drizzle of peanut butter, if desired. Serve chilled.
Additional Notes
- Protein Boost: This pudding is packed with protein from both the protein powder and Greek yogurt.
- Sweetness Level: Adjust honey or maple syrup based on your sweetness preference.
- Texture Tip: Chia seeds help add thickness and extra nutrition.
