Paleo Banana Pudding (Creamy, Dairy-Free)
This Paleo Banana Pudding is a rich, creamy, dairy-free dessert made with real bananas, coconut sugar, and simple wholesome ingredients. Naturally sweetened and layered with Paleo cookies, this easy make-ahead banana pudding is perfect for a healthy treat that tastes indulgent while fitting a paleo lifestyle.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 378kcal
Equipment
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup coconut sugar 140 grams
- ⅓ cup arrowroot powder 45 grams
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large beaten eggs
- 2 cups coconut or almond milk about 480 ml
- 1 teaspoon vanilla (bourbon) paste, divided or regular vanilla paste
- 3 bananas, peeled and finely sliced, divided
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or ghee butter
- 1 (12-ounce/340-gram) package Paleo cookies
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the coconut sugar, arrowroot powder, and salt.⅔ cup coconut sugar, ⅓ cup arrowroot powder, ¼ teaspoon salt
- Place over medium heat and immediately whisk in the eggs, almond milk or coconut milk, and half of the vanilla, whisking continuously as the mixture begins to warm. Add one finely sliced banana and cook, whisking constantly, for 6–8 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and the banana is mostly broken down (small pieces may remain).2 large beaten eggs, 2 cups coconut or almond milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla (bourbon) paste, divided, 3 bananas, peeled and finely sliced, divided
- Remove from the heat and, while still hot, stir in the coconut oil (or ghee), the remaining ½ teaspoon vanilla, and another sliced banana until well combined.2 tablespoons coconut oil or ghee butter
- Place the Paleo cookies, whole or crumbled, evenly on the bottom of individual cups or glasses (or one large serving dish). Layer a sliced bananas and warm pudding in alternating layers over the cookies. Finish with extra cookies and banana slices on top, then chill for at least 1 hour before serving.1 (12-ounce/340-gram) package Paleo cookies
- Top with the remaining sliced banana and extra (crushed) Paleo cookies, if desired. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 404mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 117IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg
