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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Desserts

    Vegan Banana Pudding

    Published: Sep 17, 2021 · Updated: Nov 9, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    With just a few simple ingredients you can serve up this creamy and delicious Vegan Banana Pudding! Full of sweet banana flavor, this pudding is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Add a dollop of creamy vegan whipped cream and dig in!

    two bowls of vegan banana pudding with banana slices on top
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    • How to Make Vegan Banana Pudding 
    • Tips & Tricks for Perfect Vegan Banana Pudding! 
    • Banana Pudding Variations
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    Craving a little something sweet? Whip up this simple vegan banana pudding in just 15 minutes, then pop it in the fridge to chill. This easy dessert is one of our family favorites!

    This Vegan Banana Pudding recipe is...

    • Vegan 
    • Vegetarian 
    • Dairy-free 
    • Gluten-free 
    • Made with real bananas 
    • Homemade

    And while you're here, don't forget to grab a copy of my free vegan cheat sheet. It's packed with all my favorite substitutions to vegan-ize any recipe!

    How to Make Vegan Banana Pudding 

    collage showing how to make vegan banana pudding
    1. In a bowl, mash bananas. Then add them to a saucepan on the stove. 
    2. Add coconut cream, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, and turmeric. 
    3. Mix well and heat over medium low until boiling. Stir often. 
    4. Transfer mixture to heat-proof container, and chill in fridge at least 4 hours.
    5. Once the banana pudding is set, top with bananas and serve. 

    Detailed directions and measurements for this Vegan Banana Pudding are in the printable recipe card below. 

    Tips & Tricks for Perfect Vegan Banana Pudding! 

    vegan banana pudding cooking on the stove

    Use Very Ripe Bananas 

    Make sure to use very ripe bananas for this recipe. In fact, it's best if they are a bit overripe. Then you'll want to mash them up with a fork, working out any large lumps so your pudding has a nice creamy texture.

    Stir Frequently 

    You have to stir the pudding a lot while it is on the stove. If you don't keep stirring, the pudding may burn on the bottom of the pot and ruin your dessert.

    Use a Food Processor 

    If you want a very creamy pudding with no banana chunks at all, you can use a food processor to pulse the banana mixture. The consistency will also be a bit thinner if you use this method.

    Banana Pudding Variations

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    Alternative Sweeteners

    I used maple syrup for this recipe. But if you want, you can swap the syrup with an artificial sweetener, like Stevia, to cut out some of the sugar content. 

    You can also substitute the maple syrup with agave syrup or honey (a non-vegan option) if you prefer.

    Add a Dash of Turmeric 

    The turmeric is completely optional, but it will add a nice vibrant yellow color to your banana pudding.

    Make a Parfait 

    You can use this Vegan Banana Pudding to make some tasty vegan parfaits. Use graham crackers or granola for the first layer of your parfait. Then add a layer of pudding and a layer of vegan whipped cream! This makes a delicious vegan breakfast or dessert.

    Add Toppings

    Serve the banana pudding cold and top with your favorite garnishes. Vegan whipped cream, cherries, or fresh sliced bananas are all great choices.

    FAQs

    bowl of vegan banana pudding with spoon

    Is coconut cream the same thing as coconut milk? 

    Coconut cream and coconut milk are not the same, so make sure you buy canned coconut cream. Coconut cream is ultra thick and gives the banana pudding that rich flavor and creamy texture. 

    What does the cornstarch do in this recipe? 

    The cornstarch in this recipe helps to thicken the pudding while it cooks on the stove. Without cornstarch, your pudding would take a lot longer to reach the desired consistency, if it ever did at all.

    How can I make this pudding less sweet? 

    If you want to tone down the sweetness of this pudding, simply use less maple syrup. If you prefer less sweet, start with ¼ cup and add more from there.

    How should I store banana pudding? 

    Banana pudding needs to be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. It can last for up to 5 days in the fridge.

    More Vegan Recipes

    If you love this vegan banana pudding, be sure to check out these other delicious vegan desserts:

    • Vegan Chia Seed Pudding Recipes
    • Vegan Chocolate Bread Pudding
    • Vegan Coconut Rice Pudding
    • Vegan Oat Flour Banana Bread

    Recipe

    vegan banana pudding

    Vegan Banana Pudding

    With just a few simple ingredients you can serve up this creamy and delicious Vegan Banana Pudding. This dessert is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
    4.50 from 4 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: banana pudding recipe, how to make vegan banana pudding, vegan banana pudding
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Chill time: 4 hours hours
    Total Time: 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 937kcal
    Author: Veg Kitchen

    Ingredients

    • 2 bananas very ripe, medium
    • 1 ½ cups coconut cream
    • ½ cup maple syrup
    • 1 tbsp cornstarch
    • 1 tsp vanilla
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • pinch turmeric optional for color
    • sliced bananas optional for garnish
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    Instructions

    • In a small bowl, mash the bananas.
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    • Add the mashed bananas, coconut cream, maple syrup, cornstarch, vanilla, salt, and turmeric (if using) to a medium saucepan.
      vegan banana pudding
    • Heat ingredients on medium low until just beginning to boil, stirring frequently.
      vegan banana pudding
    • Transfer pudding to a heat-proof container and place in refrigerator until chilled and thickened, at least 4 hours.
      vegan banana pudding
    • Serve pudding with sliced bananas if desired.
      vegan banana pudding

    Notes

    • If you want your pudding to be less sweet, only use half of the maple syrup in the recipe.
    • To make the pudding extra thick, double the amount of cornstarch.
    • Mashing the bananas with a fork won't get them perfectly smooth, so the pudding will have some minor lumps. For a completely smooth pudding, use a food processor to mash your bananas.
    • This recipe calls for coconut cream—not coconut milk. They are not the same thing!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 937kcal | Carbohydrates: 97g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 63g | Saturated Fat: 55g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 1192mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 63g | Vitamin A: 76IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 5mg
    Vegan-ize any recipe!Grab our free vegan cheat sheet, packed with my favorite easy substitutions to make any recipe vegan.

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    1. Sylvia Singleton says

      January 11, 2022 at 10:50 am

      Thank you for the recipe, this my first time trying to get a vegan banana pudding recipe. I hope o try it soon.

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