Description
This Banana Chia Pudding is a creamy, nutritious, and naturally sweetened dessert or breakfast option. Made with ripe bananas, chia seeds, and maple syrup, it’s a wholesome treat that thickens beautifully in the fridge for a perfect make-ahead snack or meal. Topped with whipped cream, banana slices, and walnuts, it offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup chia seeds
- 1 large ripe banana (or more)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Banana slices
- Walnuts
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Combine the milk, chia seeds, ripe banana, maple syrup, and vanilla extract into a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, ensuring the chia seeds are well distributed.
- Chill Mixture: Transfer the blended mixture into four airtight containers. Place them in the refrigerator to chill for 3 to 4 hours or preferably overnight. This resting time allows the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken the pudding to the perfect consistency.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Once thickened, remove the pudding from the fridge and top each serving with whipped cream, fresh banana slices, and walnuts for added texture and flavor. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute any kind of milk including dairy-free options like almond, soy, or oat milk.
- The pudding thickens more the longer it chills, so overnight chilling is recommended for best results.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup depending on your taste and the ripeness of the banana.
- Feel free to add other toppings like berries, shredded coconut, or granola for variety.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
