High Protein Banana Pudding (No-Bake, Meal Prep Friendly, Dairy-Free Option)
Samantha
This no-bake high protein banana pudding is a creamy, naturally sweet treat made with ripe bananas, Greek yogurt, and protein powder. Perfect for meal prep, post-workout recovery, or a healthy dessert, it’s packed with flavor, fiber, and over 18g of protein per serving—ready in minutes and chills to perfection.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Chill Time 2 hours hrs
Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Healthy
Servings 4 servings
Calories 190 kcal
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt low-fat or full-fat
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 scoops vanilla whey or plant-based protein powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 –2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup optional
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Step 1: BlendAdd bananas, Greek yogurt, almond milk, protein powder, honey (if using), vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to a blender. Blend until completely smooth. Step 2: Stir in Chia SeedsPour the mixture into a large bowl and stir in chia seeds by hand. Step 3: ChillTransfer to individual jars or one large container. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to thicken. Step 4: ServeTop with sliced banana, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving, if you like.
Secret Tips for the Best High Protein Banana Pudding
1. Use Spotty Bananas Only: The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful your pudding will be—without needing extra sweetener. Look for bananas with lots of brown speckles!
2. Chill Overnight for Ultimate Thickness: While 2 hours is the minimum, letting the pudding sit overnight gives the chia seeds time to fully expand and the flavors to deepen. It’ll be thicker, creamier, and easier to layer if you're making parfaits.
3. Use Casein Protein Powder for Custard Texture: Whey protein works great, but casein protein creates a thicker, more pudding-like consistency that mimics the texture of traditional banana pudding even better.
4. Add a Pinch of Salt: Just a tiny pinch enhances the sweetness of the banana and the depth of the protein powder—especially if you're using an unsweetened version.
5. Blend in a Scoop of Cottage Cheese: Sounds weird—but trust me. Cottage cheese blends silky smooth, adds even more protein, and gives your pudding a luxurious creamy texture without altering the banana flavor.
6. Boost Fiber with Ground Flaxseed: Adding a teaspoon of ground flaxseed adds texture and extra omega-3s while supporting digestion—without changing the flavor.
7. Use Coconut Cream for a Dairy-Free Thickener: If you’re making it dairy-free and want it thick and luscious, a spoonful of chilled coconut cream works wonders in place of Greek yogurt.
8. Top with Protein Granola for Crunch: Texture contrast makes a big difference. A handful of high protein granola or roasted nuts adds crunch and makes this feel like a complete meal or dessert parfait.Keyword banana pudding for weight loss, banana pudding with protein powder, dairy-free banana pudding, healthy banana pudding, high protein banana pudding, high protein meal prep dessert, no-bake protein pudding, post workout banana dessert, protein rich banana snack
