Description
This High Protein Banana Pudding Greek Yogurt Bowl is a quick, delicious, and nutritious breakfast or snack option. It combines creamy Greek yogurt with ripe bananas, protein powder, warm spices, and optional mix-ins like nuts, seeds, and fruits to create a satisfying and healthy bowl packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 to 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds or flax seeds
- 2 tablespoons milk or plant-based milk
Optional Add-ins
- 1 tablespoon almond or peanut butter
- 1/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries or strawberries
- 1/4 cup oats or granola
- 1 teaspoon cacao nibs or cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Scoop the Greek yogurt into a medium-sized bowl. Add the vanilla protein powder and gently mix together until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add the Banana: Mash one or two ripe bananas with a fork until pudding-like consistency. Fold mashed bananas into the yogurt and protein mixture to create the banana pudding flavor and natural sweetness.
- Spice It Up: Sprinkle in cinnamon and nutmeg, stirring gently to incorporate the warm, comforting spices.
- Sweeten to Taste: Drizzle honey or maple syrup gradually if more sweetness is desired, mixing well after each addition to reach your preferred sweetness level.
- Final Texture Touches: Add chia seeds or flax seeds and pour in a splash of milk or plant-based milk. Stir until well combined for a smooth, pudding-like texture. Optionally, add almond or peanut butter, fresh or frozen berries, oats or granola, and cacao nibs or cocoa powder for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey or maple syrup according to taste.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based yogurt and protein powder.
- Adding chia seeds not only improves texture but also boosts fiber and omega-3 content.
- Feel free to swap vanilla protein powder with any other flavor as preferred.
- Adding fresh fruits or granola on top enhances the nutritional profile and adds crunch.
- This recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast or a post-workout snack due to its high protein content.
