Protein Banana Pudding Recipe
Try this Protein Banana Pudding Recipe. It is the best way to enjoy a classic dessert with a healthy twist.
Ingredients
- 2 scoops of vanilla whey or casein protein powder.
- 2 large ripe bananas sliced.
- 1 1/2 cups of unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice.
- 1 cup of non-fat Greek yogurt plain or vanilla.
- 1 box 1 oz of sugar-free vanilla instant pudding mix.
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- 12 low-sugar vanilla wafer cookies optional.
- A pinch of ground cinnamon.
Instructions
Prep the Base
- Put the Greek yogurt and the almond milk into the large mixing bowl.
Add the Powder
- Stir in the two scoops of protein powder. Whisk until there are no dry lumps.
Mix the Pudding
- Add the sugar-free pudding mix and the vanilla extract to the bowl.
Whisk it Well
- Use your whisk or mixer for two minutes. The liquid will get very thick and smooth.
Slice the Fruit
- Cut your ripe bananas into thin circles on the cutting board.
Layer the Jars
- Place a few banana slices at the bottom of your serving jars. Add a wafer if you like.
Fill the Bowls
- Spoon the thick protein pudding over the fruit. Fill the jars to the very top.
Chill and Set
- Put the jars in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cinnamon before eating.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas. The more brown spots the banana has, the sweeter your pudding will be.
- Whisk thoroughly. Casein protein can be grainy, so mix well to keep the texture silky.
- Don't skip the chill. Let the pudding sit so the flavors blend and the texture firms up.
- Use Greek yogurt. This adds a nice tang and doubles the protein in every serving.
- Watch the liquid. Add a little more milk if your protein powder makes the mix too dry.
- Top it fresh. Add the top layer of banana slices right before serving to keep them yellow.