Banana Nut Chia Seed Pudding

I am always looking for ways to make my mornings smoother, no matter what stage of life I’m in. When the kids were little, having prepped breakfast burritos, muffins, overnight oats – anything we could grab quickly – felt like such a treat.

Now my mornings look a bit different. It’s mostly my dog staring at me, ready for his early morning walk. But fairly regularly, my teenage son still appreciates help getting something nutritious in his belly on the way out the door. And I still appreciate a quick, easy meal without having to spend much time in the kitchen.

I’ve had this banana nut chia pudding on repeat for quite a while now, and I haven’t gotten tired of it yet. I’m not exaggerating when I say it takes about 2 minutes to put together – just add everything to a jar and shake. It’s so quick that I often think of it at the last minute while turning off the lights for the night. Even with no evening energy, I can still get this prepped for the next morning.

In the morning, all it needs is a sprinkle of hemp seeds, some chopped walnuts for extra protein and healthy fats, and a little cinnamon. It’s creamy, slightly sweet from the banana and maple syrup, and the crunch from the nuts and seeds makes it a really satisfying breakfast. If I’m extra hungry or want to stay fuller longer, I’ll add a side of scrambled eggs.

This recipe works with either basil seeds or chia seeds – I often like to do a mix of both. Basil seeds actually contain more soluble fiber (the kind that is gel-forming) and thickens a bit more quickly, which makes this a great option even if you’re preparing it the morning of and letting it sit for a few hours.

Helpful Tip:
If you’re new to adding more fiber to your diet, beyond fruits and vegetables, take it slow. Chia and basil seeds are very fiber-rich, and this pudding can add about 10–14 grams of fiber in one serving. You may want to start with half a serving and gradually work your way up as your body adjusts.

I hope you give this one a try!

Christina

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Banana Nut Chia Seed Pudding

This banana nut chia seed pudding takes just a few minutes to put together at night and makes a delicious, fiber-filled breakfast in the morning.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Chill time3 hours hrs

Course: Breakfast, brunch

Servings: 1

Author: Christina Shoup

Ingredients

• ½ banana mashed
• ¾ cup unsweetened soy milk
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp chia seeds or basil seeds
• ⅛ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch sea salt

Toppings

• Sprinkle of cinnamon
• Hemp seeds
• Chopped toasted walnuts

Instructions

• Add the mashed banana, soy milk, maple syrup, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla, and sea salt to a jar with a tight-fitting lid.
• Shake vigorously until well combined.
• Refrigerate overnight, or for at least a few hours, until the pudding has thickened.
• Top with cinnamon, hemp seeds, and chopped toasted walnuts before serving.