Description
A delicious and nutritious twist on classic banana pudding made with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or any plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granola or crushed whole grain cookies (for topping)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together almond milk, maple syrup, cornstarch, vanilla extract, cinnamon (if using), and salt until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In serving dishes, layer sliced bananas and the pudding mixture. Start with a layer of bananas, then pudding, and repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Top with granola or crushed cookies for added crunch.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can blend some of the bananas into the pudding mixture.
- Feel free to add fresh fruit or nuts as additional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: healthy banana pudding, vegan banana pudding, easy banana pudding, plant-based banana pudding, low sugar banana pudding