This Banana Chia Pudding is full of flavor and loaded with nutrients. The nut butter combined with the sweet banana and chia seeds is super delicious and filling. This banana chia seed pudding makes for a great kid friendly snack and breakfast. You can even sprinkle chocolate chips on top. I like to prep this recipe at the beginning of the week and eat it all week long. The best part is this recipe only takes 5 minutes to make and it requires simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
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I love all things banana. This creamy pudding has become a staple in our home along with my other banana favorites like my Gluten Free Banana Bread, AIP Banana Bread, Gluten Free Banana Walnut Muffins, Gluten Free Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, and my Blueberry Banana Overnight Oats. I love taking it to a whole new level by adding my Seedless Raspberry Jam on top too! If you are making this for breakfast, it serves great with my Gluten Free French Toast Casserole too!
Ingredients
- Chia seeds-I like to buy mine in bulk from the nearby co-opt. I prefer organic but any kind will really work.
- Dairy free milk-I like the coconut canned milk from Trader Joe’s. It is clean and there are no hidden ingredients. It is literally just coconut and water!
- Peanut butter-I like to use almond butter but any kind of nut butter will work.
- Banana-Mashed banana is a must to naturally sweeten this banana chia seed pudding recipe.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions and Variations
- Dairy free milk-I like coconut milk but any kind of plant-based milk will work! You can also use soy milk, oat milk, whole milk or non-dairy milk too. I am just dairy free so I prefer coconut milk or almond milk. The type of milk really does not matter.
- Peanut butter-Any kind of nut butters will work in this recipe.
- Seeds and nuts-hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or flax seeds make for a fun crunchy topping. I even like adding cacao nibs or coconut on top for a crunch. You can even add black chia seeds on top that aren’t mixed in the pudding.
- Fresh fruit-I like adding extra banana slices on top or even fresh berries.
- Protein content-If you like things that are higher in protein, you can add protein powder in the mix.
- Dash of cinnamon-For flavor.
- Maple syrup-The banana adds natural sweetness to this fun snack but you can also add maple syrup for another layer of sweetness.
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
How To Make Banana Pudding
Step #1: Place all ingredients in a medium bowl except the toppings and mix. Now pour the mixture into small mason jars or bowl. Add the toppings on top of the jars and place in the fridge for a few hours for it to set.
Recipe FAQs
I like putting this homemade chia puddings in little mason jar like these.
If you are looking to make a healthy breakfast I love making this my Hash-brown Egg Casserole, Gluten Free French Toast Casserole and Healthy Deviled Eggs.
Chia seeds are loaded with essential nutrients like fatty acids and antioxidants. They are also loaded with fiber which is good for the gut! All around, this is one of my favorite snacks to have on hand.
Yes! Actually this recipe does better as it sits in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Recipe Tips
- Tip #1: For best results, be sure to allow the pudding to sit for a few hours so it can set. If you eat it right away the tiny seeds will be too hard to digest and eat.
- Tip #2: If you plan on adding sliced banana on top, be sure to add the banana when you are ready to eat it. It will get to soggy if you let it sit.
- Tip #3: Be sure to use a large bowl when making the mixture, if you use a bowl that is too small the healthy pudding will not expand properly.
- Tip #4: Do not use expired chia seeds, they do not gel every well.
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Banana Chia Seed Pudding
Equipment
- small mason jars or bowls
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1 1/2 cup dairy free milk I like trader joe's canned version. No fillers
- 1 banana mashed
- 1 tbsp nut butter
To serve:
- Optional fun toppings on top
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix. Once the mixture is mixed divide the mixture between 2 mason jars. Set in the fridge for an hour for the seeds to set. Serve with optional coconut flakes or raw honey/ maple syrup.
Lori says
Super delicious and easy to make. Chia seeds are soo good for you and this is a great way to get them into your diet.
Allianna Moximchalk says
I love chia seeds! Thanks for taking time to review
Billie says
This sounds amazing!