Banana Chia Seed Pudding
This Banana Chia Pudding is a great breakfast or an excellent snack. If you are tired of eating plain chia pudding, adding mashed banana to the mix is a perfect choice to make it more fun and yummy.
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 270kcal
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup yogurt plain or Greek
- ½ cup almond milk
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 banana mashed
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add the mashed banana, yogurt, almond milk, maple syrup, and cocoa powder. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Stir in the chia seeds, mixing thoroughly to ensure they’re evenly distributed.
- Divide the mixture between two small glasses or jars.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or, for best results, overnight. This allows the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and create a pudding-like texture.
- Before serving, give the pudding a quick stir. Add your favorite toppings like fresh berries, banana slices, or kiwi.
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Notes
- These are the nutrition facts for 1 serving of this recipe. Total servings for this recipe: 2.
- The nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on the specific ingredients used. Also, it only includes components for the chia pudding and doesn't include the topping.
- I love using plain yogurt in smoothies and chia pudding for its probiotic benefits. Be sure to use plain, not flavored, as fruity yogurts contain extra sugar.
- Almond milk — I find that using only yogurt makes the pudding too thick, so almond milk helps create the perfect creamy texture. If you prefer, you can use water instead.
- Maple syrup — Feel free to adjust this amount. The banana adds natural sweetness, so you may not need much. Add more if needed just before eating.
- Banana — Ripe bananas work best for sweetness, but remember they have higher sugar content. Adjust other sweeteners accordingly.
- Cocoa powder — I recommend using unsweetened cocoa powder.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 116mg | Potassium: 456mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 326mg | Iron: 2mg
