Description
This Healthy Banana Pudding with Greek Yogurt is a creamy, nutritious twist on the classic dessert, blending ripe bananas, smooth Greek yogurt, and a touch of maple syrup. Layered with crunchy Nilla wafers and topped with whipped cream, it offers a deliciously wholesome treat perfect for a quick dessert or snack, with minimal prep and no baking required.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (preferably 2% or 5% fat)
- 2 small-medium ripe bananas with brown spotting
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8–10 Nilla wafers, roughly crumbled with your hands
- 4 tbsp whipped cream
Instructions
- Blend the base: In a small personal blender such as a NutriBullet, add the Greek yogurt, one of the bananas, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until just combined, making sure not to over-blend into a complete liquid; it’s fine if a few small lumps of banana remain for texture.
- Slice remaining banana: Slice the remaining banana into thin coins to use in the layering process.
- Assemble the pudding jars: In two ~10 oz jars, start with a layer of the blended banana yogurt pudding, followed by a layer of banana coins, then a layer of crushed Nilla wafers. Repeat the layers once more, finishing with whipped cream and a sprinkle of the remaining crushed wafers on top.
- Chill or serve immediately: Cover the jars and refrigerate overnight to allow the pudding to thicken and the flavors to meld. Alternatively, you can enjoy it right away without chilling for a fresher, lighter texture.
Notes
- Use Fage 2% or 5% plain Greek yogurt for a richer, less tangy flavor which enhances the dessert’s creamy texture; avoid fat-free yogurt for best results.
- Adjust the maple syrup amount to your sweetness preference; 1 tbsp offers subtle sweetness as bananas add natural sugars, while 2 tbsp makes it sweeter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
