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Banana Chia Pudding

A creamy and nutritious pudding made with ripe bananas and chia seeds, perfect for breakfast or as a guilt-free snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Base
  • 2 ripe bananas 2 ripe bananas Look for bananas with plenty of brown spots for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup chia seeds Nutritional stars packed with fiber, omega-3s, and proteins.
  • 2 cups 2 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice) Use unsweetened almond milk for a lighter pudding or try coconut milk for a richer flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional) Sweeten to taste; skip if your bananas are ripe enough!
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth and enhances the banana flavor.
  • 1 pinch Pinch of salt Balances the sweetness perfectly.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine the bananas, almond milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend on medium speed until completely smooth—about 30 seconds.
  2. Pour the banana mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add the chia seeds to the bowl, stirring well to combine.
  3. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the chia seeds to soak up some liquid, then give it another stir.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to individual jars and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. After chilling, give your pudding a good stir, and serve it into jars or glasses. Top with your favorite fruits, nuts, or granola.

Notes

Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days. For a smoother texture, blend again after chilling.