Peanut Butter Banana Chia Pudding Recipe
This Peanut Butter Banana Chia Pudding is a creamy, nutritious, and easy-to-make breakfast or snack option packed with natural sweetness and protein. Combining ripe bananas, peanut butter, and chia seeds soaked in almond milk, it offers a delightful texture and a wholesome flavor profile that’s perfect for a quick, healthy treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (including refrigeration)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-cook, Soaking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- ¼ cup natural or unsweetened peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
Flavor Enhancers
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt (optional)
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts or granola (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding Base: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork until smooth but leaving a few small chunks for texture if desired. Stir in the peanut butter thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and well combined. Next, add maple syrup or honey if using, followed by the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Mix everything evenly.
- Add Chia Seeds: Stir the chia seeds into the banana and peanut butter mixture to ensure they are well distributed throughout.
- Combine with Almond Milk: Gradually pour in the almond milk while stirring to combine. The chia seeds will start to absorb the liquid and thicken the mixture.
- Taste and Adjust Sweetness: Sample the mixture and add more maple syrup or honey if you prefer a sweeter pudding. Mix well.
- Refrigerate to Set: Transfer the pudding mixture into a jar or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid and achieve a pudding-like consistency.
- Serve: Once set, stir the pudding to combine any separated ingredients. Serve in bowls or cups, topped with chopped peanuts or granola if desired for added crunch and texture.
Notes
- Use natural or unsweetened peanut butter to keep the sugar content low.
- Chia seeds expand as they soak, so ensure adequate liquid to avoid a grainy texture.
- The pudding can be prepared the night before for a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
- Almond milk can be substituted with other plant-based or dairy milks.
- Optional sweetener can be omitted if the bananas are very ripe and sweet.
- Store leftover pudding in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Peanut Butter Banana Chia Pudding, healthy breakfast, chia seed pudding, vegan dessert, peanut butter snack
