Description
A delicious and nutritious High Protein Banana Pudding Greek Yogurt Bowl that combines creamy Greek yogurt, protein powder, fresh bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a post-workout treat, this bowl is packed with protein and fiber to keep you energized and satisfied.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 medium ripe banana, sliced
- 1/4 cup crushed vanilla wafers (or graham crackers)
Optional Add-ins
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
- Drizzle of honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
Instructions
- Mix Yogurt Base: In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If you prefer it sweeter, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup and mix again.
- Layer Ingredients: In a serving bowl, layer half of the yogurt mixture, followed by sliced bananas and crushed vanilla wafers. Repeat the layering with the remaining yogurt, bananas, and wafers to create a delicious pudding effect.
- Add Toppings: Top the bowl with a tablespoon of peanut or almond butter and sprinkle chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra protein and texture.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately as a wholesome breakfast, snack, or post-workout meal. For a thicker pudding texture, refrigerate the yogurt mixture for 30 minutes before assembling.
Notes
- Refrigerate the yogurt mixture for 30 minutes prior to assembling for a thicker pudding-like texture.
- Swap vanilla protein powder with banana-flavored protein powder for enhanced banana taste.
- Prepare in a mason jar for a convenient on-the-go breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
