Banana, Hazelnut & Coconut Chia Pudding
This banana, hazelnut and coconut pudding comes together in just a few minutes, then all it needs is a little patience while it thickens. Creamy coconut milk, sweet banana and crunchy hazelnuts blend with chia seeds into a satisfying, filling breakfast that keeps you going all morning. The carbs stay pleasantly low without asking you to skimp on flavour. Finished with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, it tastes almost like a dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 bananas
- 150 ml coconut milk, creamy, use the thick part from a tin of full-fat coconut milk
- 40 g whole hazelnuts
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp oat bran
- 50 ml milk (e.g. oat milk), plus more to loosen if needed
- 2 pinches cinnamon, optional
- 1 vanilla pod, seeds scraped, or a little ground vanilla, optional
- fresh fruit (e.g. strawberries), to taste, for topping
- hazelnuts, for topping
The ingredient amounts above scale with your choice. The value per serving stays the same, while the total in the pot grows with the number of servings.
All nutrition values side by side
| Nutrient | per serving (estimate) | Total for 2 Servings |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 390 kcal | 780 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g | 64 g |
| Protein | 7 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 24 g | 48 g |
| Fibre | 9 g | 18 g |
| of which sugar | 16 g | 32 g |
How this is calculated
Target amount = ingredient amount × target servings ÷ base servings. The result is then rounded for kitchen use: from 100 g or ml to the nearest 5, between 1 and 99 to the nearest 1, pieces and spoons to half units, amounts below one unit to quarters, thirds or halves. Teaspoons and tablespoons also go down to an eighth, kilograms and litres stay finer.
Total = value per serving × target servings. The value per serving is unchanged, because ingredient amount and serving count change by the same factor.
Sources
- Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 (FIC), Art. 32 and 33: nutrition values per 100 g or 100 ml, additionally allowed per portion.
- European Commission, Guidance document for competent authorities for the control of compliance with EU food law, setting of tolerances for nutrient values declared on a label, December 2012.
Nutrition values are estimates from the recipe record, not laboratory results. Even for checked labels the EU sets tolerances: for fat, protein and carbohydrates 20 percent in the range of 10 to 40 g per 100 g, and 2 g per 100 g below that. Home cooking varies more, because variety, size and cooking loss of the ingredients differ. Kitchen rounding also shifts the total slightly against the plain rule of three. Anyone who has to keep amounts exact for medical reasons, for example during a nutrition therapy prescribed by a doctor, should discuss them with a doctor or a registered dietitian. Your serving count is calculated in your browser only, it is neither stored nor transmitted.
Instructions
- Set out a large, tall container or jug. Peel the bananas and add them along with the hazelnuts, oat bran, cinnamon, scraped vanilla seeds and milk.
- Blitz everything with a stick blender until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the chia seeds and let the pudding rest for about 30 minutes, until it reaches the consistency you like. If it firms up too much, stir in a little more milk.
- Divide the pudding between two glasses or bowls, top with fresh fruit and a few hazelnuts, and enjoy straight away.
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Nutrition facts per serving (estimate)
| Calories | 390 kcal |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | 32 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fibre | 9 g |
| of which sugar | 16 g |
Frequently asked questions
Can I make the pudding the night before?
Yes. Prepare it in the evening and let it thicken in the fridge overnight. The next morning, just stir in a splash of milk if it has become too firm.
Which milk works best?
This pudding works with any milk. Oat milk, almond milk or regular cow's milk all do the job. For a dairy-free version, simply choose a plant-based milk.
Is this pudding really low carb?
Bananas contain natural carbohydrates, so it isn't a strictly ketogenic dish. Compared to classic breakfasts, though, the carb count is noticeably lower.
How long does the pudding keep?
Covered in the fridge, it keeps well for about 1 to 2 days. It's best to add the fresh fruit topping just before serving.
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