Banana Chia Pudding
This creamy banana chia pudding is a make-ahead breakfast or snack that thickens overnight as the chia seeds absorb the sweetened banana almond milk base. It is naturally sweetened, packed with omega-3s and fiber, and endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings.
An overnight banana chia pudding that is creamy, naturally sweet, and ready to eat by morning.
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Ingredients
main
liquid
thickener
sweetener
flavoring
spice
Instructions
Blend the Banana Base
Place the ripe bananas and almond milk into a blender and blend until completely smooth. Add the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon and pulse once more to combine everything evenly.
Stir in Chia Seeds
Pour the blended banana mixture into a mixing bowl or directly into individual serving jars. Add the chia seeds and stir vigorously for 2 minutes to prevent the seeds from clumping together at the bottom.
Rest and Stir Again
Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10 minutes, then stir once more to redistribute the chia seeds. This second stir is the key step to achieving an even, pudding-like texture throughout.
Refrigerate Overnight
Cover the jars or bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. The chia seeds will absorb the liquid and swell to create a thick and creamy pudding texture.
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