Description

This Peanut Butter Banana Chia Pudding is a creamy, nutritious, and naturally sweetened breakfast or snack option. Combining ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, nutrient-dense chia seeds, and smooth almond milk, this pudding offers a perfect balance of healthy fats, protein, fiber, and natural sweetness. Easy to prepare and customizable with a variety of toppings, it’s an ideal make-ahead recipe for a wholesome start to your day or a satisfying treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Pudding Base

2 ripe bananas, mashed
¼ cup peanut butter (natural or unsweetened)
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt (optional)

Optional Toppings

1 tablespoon chopped peanuts or granola
Banana slices
Coconut flakes
Dark chocolate chips

Instructions

Mash the Bananas: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth and creamy, leaving a few small chunks if desired for texture.
Mix in Peanut Butter: Stir the peanut butter into the mashed bananas until fully combined, creating a smooth and creamy base.
Add Sweetener and Flavor: If using, mix in the maple syrup or honey for sweetness, then add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.
Incorporate Chia Seeds: Stir the chia seeds thoroughly into the mixture to ensure they are evenly distributed.
Add Almond Milk: Pour the unsweetened almond milk gradually while stirring to combine the ingredients. The chia seeds will begin absorbing the liquid and thickening the pudding.
Taste and Adjust: Taste the pudding mixture and add more sweetener if needed to reach your desired sweetness level.
Refrigerate: Transfer the pudding into a jar or airtight container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to fully absorb liquid and thicken.
Stir and Serve: Once set, stir the pudding to evenly mix, then serve in bowls or cups. Top with optional toppings such as chopped peanuts, granola, banana slices, coconut flakes, or dark chocolate chips.

Notes

For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey as the sweetener.
Adjust the amount of sweetener to taste or omit altogether if you prefer less sweetness.
You can use any type of milk—dairy or plant-based—according to your dietary preference.
Refrigeration time is crucial for proper pudding consistency; overnight is best for maximum thickness.
Optional toppings add texture and flavor but can be omitted for a simpler pudding.
Store leftover pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
Method: No-Cook, Refrigeration
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 120 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 10 g
Protein: 9 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: chia pudding, peanut butter pudding, banana chia pudding, healthy breakfast, vegan dessert, no bake snack