Low-Calorie Banana Pudding: Guilt-Free Dessert (Print Version)
Enjoy a light and creamy low-calorie banana pudding. This healthier dessert features fresh bananas and a reduced-sugar vanilla base, perfect for a sweet treat.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Creamy Pudding Base
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2 cups unsweetened almond milk
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1/2 cup erythritol
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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1 large egg yolk
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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Pinch of ground cinnamon
→ Sweet Banana Layers
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3 medium ripe bananas, sliced
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
→ Light Topping & Crunch
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1 cup sugar-free whipped topping
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1/2 cup crushed reduced-fat vanilla wafers
# Instructions:
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Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and comes to a gentle simmer. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract, and transfer to a bowl.
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Cover the surface of the pudding directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled and set. This crucial step ensures a firm and delicious base for your Low-Calorie Banana Pudding Recipe.
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While the pudding chills, slice 3 medium ripe bananas into even rounds. Toss them gently with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. The lemon juice helps prevent browning and adds a subtle tang to the sweet banana layers.
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In a serving dish or individual glasses, begin layering. Start with a thin layer of the chilled pudding, followed by a layer of sliced bananas. Sprinkle with some of the 1/2 cup crushed reduced-fat vanilla wafers.
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Repeat the layering process: more pudding, then bananas, and more crushed wafers. Continue until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of pudding. This builds the delightful structure of your Low-Calorie Banana Pudding Recipe.
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Gently spread 1 cup sugar-free whipped topping over the final pudding layer. Garnish with any remaining crushed reduced-fat vanilla wafers. This completes your delicious Low-Calorie Banana Pudding Recipe. For best results, chill for another 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
# Notes:
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For an even richer flavor, consider adding a tiny dash of banana extract to the pudding base along with the vanilla.
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Store any leftover Low-Calorie Banana Pudding Recipe covered in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. The wafers may soften over time.
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Feel free to substitute erythritol with another sugar substitute like stevia or monk fruit, adjusting to your preferred sweetness level.
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For an extra crunch, toast the crushed vanilla wafers lightly in a dry pan before layering.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Medium saucepan
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Whisk
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Mixing bowls
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Serving dish
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Spatula
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Cutting board
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Knife
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 119 kcal
Total Fat: 2 g
Total Carbohydrate: 23 g
Protein: 1 g