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High-Protein Banana Pudding Recipe

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This High-Protein Banana Pudding is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic dessert, featuring a creamy, protein-packed pudding layered with ripe bananas and crunchy Nilla Wafers. Perfect for a satisfying snack or a healthy dessert option, this recipe combines vanilla protein powder, instant pudding mix, and high-protein yogurt to boost the protein content without sacrificing taste.

Ingredients

Pudding Base

  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 (3.4-oz.) package vanilla instant pudding mix
  • 1 1/2 cups whole or nondairy milk, cold

Whipped Cream Mixture

  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup high-protein vanilla yogurt (such as Siggi’s)

Additional Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, thinly sliced
  • 27 Nilla Wafers, lightly crumbled, plus 4 whole wafers for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pudding base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla protein powder and vanilla instant pudding mix. While whisking constantly, slowly stream in the cold milk until there are no lumps remaining. This process should take about one minute. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 40 minutes or up to overnight. Note that the consistency will be slightly looser than regular pudding at this stage.
  2. Make the whipped cream mixture: In a large bowl, use a handheld mixer on medium-high speed to beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the high-protein vanilla yogurt and continue beating until stiff peaks form, which will take an additional 30 to 60 seconds. Scoop out 1/2 cup of this whipped cream mixture and refrigerate it until ready to use for topping.
  3. Combine pudding and whipped cream: Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the remaining whipped cream mixture into the chilled pudding base until no streaks remain, creating a light and creamy pudding mixture.
  4. Assemble the pudding jars: In small jars or serving glasses, layer 1/4 cup of the pudding mixture, followed by 4 or 5 banana slices, and about 2 crumbled Nilla Wafers. Repeat these layers once more, finishing with a final 1/4 cup of pudding mixture on top. Repeat this layering process with the remaining jars or glasses.
  5. Add final toppings: Top each pudding jar with a spoonful of the reserved whipped cream mixture, garnish with a whole Nilla Wafer, and add additional banana slices for decoration and added flavor.

Notes

  • For a lower-fat version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or use only high-protein yogurt without cream, but the texture may vary.
  • Using ripe bananas is key for natural sweetness and soft texture that complements the pudding.
  • Make sure to chill the pudding thoroughly to allow it to set properly.
  • This dessert can be prepared up to a day in advance; just keep it covered in the refrigerator.
  • If you prefer, substitute Nilla Wafers with graham crackers or gluten-free cookies for dietary needs.

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