Healthy Banana Pudding with Greek Yogurt Recipe
A healthy and delicious banana pudding made with creamy Greek yogurt, naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey, layered with ripe bananas and whole grain cookies. This easy no-bake dessert is perfect for a nutritious treat that can be prepared ahead and enjoyed chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1½ cups whole grain or vanilla wafer-style cookies, crushed or whole
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
For Garnish
- Extra banana slices
- Crushed cookies
Instructions
- Mix the pudding: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond milk, and if using, ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Layer the ingredients: In a serving dish, spoon in a layer of the yogurt mixture, then add a layer of banana slices, followed by a layer of whole or crushed cookies. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, making sure to end with a layer of the yogurt mixture on top.
- Add toppings: Garnish the top of the pudding with additional banana slices and crushed cookies for texture and visual appeal.
- Refrigerate: Cover the dish and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cookies to soften, creating a pudding-like consistency.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve the banana pudding cold as a refreshing and healthy dessert.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Maple syrup or honey can be adjusted to taste or substituted with another sweetener as desired.
- Whole grain cookies add fiber and a healthier twist compared to traditional wafer cookies.
- The pudding needs refrigeration time to blend flavors and soften cookies properly.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based yogurt and a vegan sweetener.
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