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High-Protein Banana Pudding Recipe

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This High-Protein Banana Pudding is a delicious, creamy dessert that combines the richness of traditional banana pudding with a nutritious protein boost. Perfect for a healthy snack or dessert, it layers smooth vanilla protein-enriched pudding, whipped cream, fresh bananas, and crunchy Nilla Wafers for a satisfying treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 (3.4-oz.) package vanilla instant pudding mix

Dairy and Dairy Alternatives

  • 1 1/2 cups whole or nondairy milk, cold
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup high-protein vanilla yogurt (such as Siggi’s)

Fresh Produce

  • 3 ripe bananas, thinly sliced

Additional Ingredients

  • 27 Nilla Wafers, lightly crumbled, plus 4 whole Wafers for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pudding Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla protein powder and vanilla instant pudding mix. Slowly drizzle in the cold milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until smooth, about 1 minute. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 40 minutes or up to overnight to allow the pudding to set, which will result in a slightly thinner consistency than regular pudding.
  2. Whip Cream and Combine with Yogurt: 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, approximately 30 to 60 seconds. Reserve 1/2 cup of this whipped cream mixture by scooping it out and refrigerating it until needed.
  3. Fold Whipped Cream into Pudding: Use a rubber spatula to gently fold the remaining whipped cream mixture into the chilled pudding mixture until the blend is uniform with no streaks.
  4. Assemble the Pudding Layers: In small jars or serving glasses, layer 1/4 cup of the pudding mixture, followed by 4 to 5 banana slices, and about 2 crumbled Nilla Wafers. Repeat this layering one more time, finishing with a final 1/4 cup of pudding mixture on top. Repeat the process for all jars or glasses.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Top each pudding serving with a spoonful of the reserved whipped cream mixture, a whole Nilla Wafer, and additional banana slices for added texture and visual appeal. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use coconut-based yogurt and cream alternatives.
  • Make the pudding up to a day ahead to save time, but add the wafers just before serving to maintain their crunch.
  • Adjust the quantity of protein powder to taste, keeping in mind it may affect pudding consistency.
  • Gently folding the whipped cream into the pudding is key to keeping the pudding light and airy.

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