Why you’ll love this banana chia pudding!
This banana chia pudding with Greek yogurt is the kind of recipe that makes mornings easier and calmer. It’s quick to prep, easy to keep in the fridge, and gives you a creamy, comforting breakfast ready when you are 🍌🥣.
Louise and I love it because the Greek yogurt turns it into a creamy chia pudding that feels rich and satisfying, without being heavy. The banana adds natural sweetness, so it tastes good even with simple toppings like fruit or nuts 🍯.
It’s fiber-rich, protein-rich, and fits naturally into a balanced, Mediterranean-style eating pattern. We often make it ahead for busy days when we still want something nourishing and homemade 🌿.
If you’re looking for a chia pudding with yogurt that’s reliable, gentle, and easy to enjoy, this one is a favorite we come back to again and again.
Ingredients
Full ingredients and substitutions are in the recipe box below.
- Greek yogurt: Makes the pudding thick and creamy. Use plain yogurt, low-fat Greek yogurt, or skyr for even more protein and a slightly tangier taste.
- Ripe banana: Adds natural sweetness and body to this banana chia pudding recipe. Substitute mashed mango, applesauce, or pear purée.
- Milk: Helps loosen the mixture so it sets smoothly. Any dairy milk works, or use almond, soy, or oat milk for a different flavor.
- Chia seeds: The key to thickness in both quick and overnight chia pudding. White or black chia seeds work the same.
- Honey: Gently sweetens without overpowering the banana. Swap with maple syrup, agave, or date syrup.
- Ground cinnamon: Adds warmth and balance. Try pumpkin spice, cardamom, or a pinch of nutmeg.
- Vanilla extract: Rounds out the flavors. You can skip it or use vanilla powder or almond extract.
How to Make Banana Chia Pudding
Step 1. Mash the banana first
Add the ripe banana to a bowl and mash it with a fork until smooth. This helps it blend easily and sweetens the pudding evenly. Add the Greek yogurt, milk, honey or maple, cinnamon, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth and creamy, like a thick smoothie.
Step 2. Add the chia seeds
Stir in the chia seeds. Whisk for about 30 seconds to break up any clumps and help the seeds spread evenly.
Step 3. Chill until thick
If you want, transfer the mixture to single-portion jars or leave it in the mixing bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until the mixture turns thick and creamy.
Step 4. Stir and add toppings
Before serving, stir the pudding to make it extra creamy. Add fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of honey. Enjoy it cold for breakfast or as a simple snack.
Tips
- Use a very ripe banana: Brown spots mean more sweetness and a smoother texture, with no need for extra sweetener.
- Mash the banana until completely smooth: This helps the pudding thicken evenly and avoids small banana chunks.
- Whisk the chia seeds well: A good 30 seconds of whisking prevents clumps.
- Give it enough chill time: Two hours works, but overnight gives the best texture.
- Stir before serving: A quick stir brings back creaminess after chilling.
- Adjust thickness if needed: If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk. If too thin, let it chill a bit longer.
- Prep it ahead: This recipe is ideal as chia pudding for breakfast, ready straight from the fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a healthy banana chia pudding?
It’s made with simple, wholesome ingredients like fruit, yogurt, and chia seeds. It’s filling, naturally sweet, and fits well into a balanced way of eating.
Why is my chia pudding too thick or too thin?
How long does it need to chill?
How to store this banana chia pudding?
More Easy Breakfast Recipes
This banana chia pudding is creamy, gently sweet, and easy to make ahead. Made with Greek yogurt and ripe banana, it’s a simple, filling option for breakfast or snacks that keeps well in the fridge and fits naturally into a balanced, everyday way of eating.
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Cook Time: 0 minutes mins
Minimum Chill Time: 2 hours hrs
Total Time: 2 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Servings: –+ people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: International
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Banana Chia Pudding (Greek Yogurt)
Instructions
- Mash the banana first: Add 1 ripe banana to a bowl and mash it with a fork until smooth.Add 1 cup Greek yogurt, ½ cup milk, 1 tablespoons maple syrup, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy, like a thick smoothie.
- Add the chia seeds: Stir in 3 tablespoons chia seeds. Whisk for about 30 seconds to break up any clumps and help the seeds spread evenly.
- Chill until thick: If you want, transfer the mixture to single-portion jars or leave it in the mixing bowl.Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until the mixture turns thick and creamy.
- Stir and add toppings: Before serving, stir the pudding to make it extra creamy. Add fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of maple. Enjoy it cold for breakfast or as a simple snack. You can warm it up in the microwave for a few seconds if you prefer a warm breakfast.
Notes
Substitutions
- Use a very ripe banana → Sweeter and smoother
- Mash really well → No banana chunks
- Whisk chia seeds for 30 seconds → No clumps
- Chill long enough → Overnight is best
- Stir before eating → Extra creamy
- Fix the thickness → Add milk or chill longer
- Make ahead → Perfect grab-and-go breakfast
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