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Bananas and yogurt. Homemade Sugar-Free Banana Yogurt: A Nutritious Delight for All Ages

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How to make delicious sugar-free banana yogurt at home. What are the health benefits of this easy recipe. How to customize it for different dietary needs. What are the best storage methods for homemade banana yogurt. How to incorporate this nutritious snack into your daily routine.

The Perfect Blend: Bananas and Yogurt

Banana yogurt is a beloved staple in the baby food aisle, but did you know you can easily make a healthier version at home? This sugar-free banana yogurt recipe is not only simple to prepare but also packed with essential nutrients. Let’s explore why this combination is so beneficial and how you can whip up this delightful treat in just minutes.

Why Bananas and Yogurt Make an Ideal Pair

Bananas and yogurt complement each other perfectly, both in taste and nutritional value. Bananas provide natural sweetness and a creamy texture, while yogurt offers protein, calcium, and probiotics. This combination creates a balanced snack that’s both satisfying and nourishing.

  • Bananas: Rich in potassium, vitamin B6, and dietary fiber
  • Yogurt: High in protein, calcium, and beneficial probiotics

The Nutritional Powerhouse: Benefits of Homemade Banana Yogurt

Homemade banana yogurt is not just delicious; it’s also a nutritional powerhouse. By making it yourself, you can control the ingredients and avoid added sugars often found in store-bought versions.

Key Nutritional Benefits

  • Protein: Supports muscle growth and repair
  • Calcium: Essential for strong bones and teeth
  • Probiotics: Promote gut health and boost immunity
  • Potassium: Helps maintain healthy blood pressure
  • Vitamin B6: Supports brain function and metabolism

Is homemade banana yogurt suitable for all ages? Absolutely! While it’s an excellent choice for babies and toddlers, adults can also enjoy this nutritious snack. The natural sweetness of ripe bananas eliminates the need for added sugars, making it a healthy option for the whole family.

Quick and Easy: How to Make Sugar-Free Banana Yogurt

Creating your own banana yogurt is surprisingly simple and requires just a few ingredients. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making this delicious treat:

Ingredients

  • 1 small ripe banana (with brown spots)
  • 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon or orange juice
  • Optional add-ins: cinnamon, nut butter, chia seeds, or maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Peel the ripe banana and add it to a blender.
  2. Add the Greek yogurt and lemon or orange juice.
  3. Blend until smooth, incorporating any optional add-ins.
  4. Serve immediately or portion into storage containers.

Can you make banana yogurt without a blender? Yes, you can! Simply mash the banana thoroughly with a fork until it’s as smooth as possible, then stir it into the yogurt until well combined.

Customizing Your Banana Yogurt: Flavor Variations and Add-Ins

One of the best aspects of homemade banana yogurt is its versatility. You can easily customize the recipe to suit different tastes and dietary needs.

Popular Add-Ins and Variations

  • Cinnamon: Adds warmth and may help regulate blood sugar
  • Nut butter: Increases protein and healthy fats
  • Chia seeds: Boost fiber and omega-3 fatty acids
  • Maple syrup: For a touch of natural sweetness (use sparingly)
  • Berries: Add extra vitamins and antioxidants
  • Granola: Provides a crunchy texture and additional fiber

How can you adapt this recipe for different dietary restrictions? For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt or another plant-based alternative. If you’re following a low-carb diet, consider using a smaller amount of banana and adding unsweetened shredded coconut for texture.

Storage Solutions: Keeping Your Banana Yogurt Fresh

Proper storage is key to maintaining the freshness and quality of your homemade banana yogurt. Here are some tips to ensure your yogurt stays delicious:

Refrigeration

Store your banana yogurt in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The lemon or orange juice in the recipe helps prevent excessive browning, but some color change is natural and doesn’t affect the taste or safety of the yogurt.

Freezing

Can you freeze banana yogurt? Yes, you can! Pour the mixture into an ice cube tray and freeze. When ready to eat, thaw 2-4 cubes in a bowl in the refrigerator. Stir well after thawing, as the mixture may separate slightly.

To maintain the best quality, consume frozen banana yogurt within 1-2 months.

Beyond Snack Time: Creative Ways to Enjoy Banana Yogurt

While banana yogurt is perfect as a standalone snack, there are many creative ways to incorporate it into your diet:

  • Smoothie base: Use it as a creamy base for nutritious smoothies
  • Parfait layers: Alternate layers of banana yogurt with granola and fresh fruit
  • Frozen treats: Freeze in popsicle molds for a healthy dessert alternative
  • Breakfast topper: Dollop onto whole grain pancakes or waffles
  • Dip for fruit: Serve as a protein-rich dip for fresh fruit slices

How can you make banana yogurt more appealing to picky eaters? Try serving it in fun, colorful containers or using cookie cutters to create shapes with frozen yogurt slices. You can also let children choose their own toppings to make the experience more interactive and enjoyable.

Addressing Common Concerns: FAQs About Homemade Banana Yogurt

As with any homemade food, you may have some questions about preparing and storing banana yogurt. Here are answers to some common concerns:

Browning and Discoloration

Why does my banana yogurt turn brown? Bananas naturally oxidize when exposed to air, causing some browning. The lemon or orange juice in the recipe helps minimize this effect, but slight discoloration is normal and doesn’t affect the yogurt’s safety or nutritional value.

Texture and Consistency

How can you achieve the perfect texture? For a smooth consistency, use very ripe bananas and blend thoroughly. If you prefer a chunkier texture, mash the banana by hand and fold it into the yogurt.

Sweetness Level

Is the yogurt sweet enough without added sugar? Ripe bananas with brown spots provide natural sweetness. However, if you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a small amount of maple syrup or honey (for children over 1 year old).

Allergies and Substitutions

Can this recipe be adapted for allergies? Yes, you can use plant-based yogurt alternatives for dairy allergies. For banana allergies, consider substituting with mashed avocado or pureed mango for a similar creamy texture.

By making your own sugar-free banana yogurt at home, you’re not only creating a delicious snack but also ensuring that you and your family are getting the best nutritional value without any unnecessary additives. This versatile recipe can be easily customized to suit various tastes and dietary needs, making it a perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether you’re feeding a picky toddler or looking for a healthy snack for yourself, homemade banana yogurt is a simple yet satisfying option that’s sure to please.

Best Banana Yogurt (Sugar-Free, So Easy!)

Banana Yogurt is a staple of the baby food yogurt section, but it’s easy to make at home with less added sugars—and all of the flavors! This easy recipe requires just a few ingredients and 5 minutes so you can serve it up in no time.

Banana Yogurt

Yogurt is one of my favorite foods for babies and toddlers since it’s packed with nutrients including protein, healthy fats, calcium and probiotics. And since I know first hand that some littles one like it plain more than others, having a few easy ways to add flavor to it can be super helpful.

This Banana Yogurt has been a staple snack for my one year old…though I always have to make enough for my three year old too since she’s a fan as well!

This recipe makes enough for a few servings so you can store them in the fridge in a storage container and serve them a few days in a row, though you can also cut the recipe in half to make a smaller portion.

Ingredients You Need

To make this easy yogurt recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • Ripe banana: Choose one with brown spots to ensure it has good flavor and sweetness.
  • Plain whole milk Greek yogurt
  • Lemon or orange juice: This is optional, but recommended if you plan to store this at all before serving.
  • Optional add-ins: Cinnamon, peanut or almond butter, and/or chia seeds

TIP: This is a great baby yogurt since it’s flavorful and easy to customize exactly how you and the kids like it.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This recipe is super simple. I prefer to use a blender to make it very smooth, but you can also do it by hand. Scroll down to the bottom of this post for the full recipe.

  1. Peel the banana.
  2. Add it to the blender with the yogurt.
  3. Blend smooth, adding any optional add-ins.
  4. Serve or portion into storage containers.

TIP: To make this without a blender, mash the banana as smooth as you can with a fork. The smoother you can mash it, the better the final texture. Stir it into the yogurt until very smooth.

Can I make this Banana Yogurt ahead of time?

Yes, you can portion it into storage containers and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze in an ice cube tray and thaw 2-4 for a portion at a time in a bowl in the fridge. Stir after the mixture is thawed as it will likely separate a bit.

Will my yogurt turn brown?

The lemon or orange juice should help it from getting very brown, but it may brown a smidge. (In my experience, it doesn’t brown much even after 24 hours in the fridge in a storage container.)

It’s safe to eat, no matter the color, but if the color bothers you or your child, you can make a smaller batch and eat it right after serving when the color will be lighter.

This, in addition to our Strawberry Yogurt and Apple Yogurt, is one of our very favorite easy snacks to share.

Best Tips for Success

  • The blended mixture will be a bit brown, but the lemon or orange juice will help it from becoming too brown. (It’s safe to eat even if it browns though.)
  • Use bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Choose whole milk yogurt to ensure it is creamy and flavorful, and also has the healthy fats that little kids need for proper development.
  • Serve in a small bowl, in a reusable pouch, or topped with granola or diced berries.
  • This yogurt is currently one of our go-to bedtime snacks, especially for my one year old.

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I’d love to hear your feedback on this recipe, so please comment and rate it below if you make it!

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Author Amy Palanjian

Cuisine American

Course Breakfast

Calories 112kcal

Servings 2

  • ▢ 1 small very ripe banana (with brown spots; about 1 cup sliced)
  • ▢ 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon fresh lemon or orange juice
  • ▢ Optional Add-Ins: ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, 1 tablespoon peanut or almond butter, 1 teaspoon chia seeds, and/or 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup

  • Place the banana, yogurt, and lemon or orange juice into a blender. Add any optional add-ins. Blend smooth.

  • Serve or portion into storage containers and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze in an ice cube tray and thaw 2-4 for a portion at a time in a bowl in the fridge. Stir after the mixture is thawed as it will separate a bit.

  • The blended mixture will be a bit browner than regular plain yogurt, but the lemon or orange juice will help it from becoming too brown. (It’s safe to eat even if it browns though.)
  • Use bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Choose whole milk yogurt to ensure it’s creamy and flavorful, and also has the fat that little kids need for proper development.
  • Serve in a small bowl, in a reusable pouch, or topped with granola or diced berries.

Calories: 112kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 5mg, Sodium: 37mg, Potassium: 355mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 11g, Vitamin A: 42IU, Vitamin C: 6mg, Calcium: 113mg, Iron: 1mg

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This post was first published May 2020.

Banana Yogurt – Healthy Little Foodies

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By: Amy

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This Banana Yogurt recipe is the perfect combination of creamy yogurt and sweet, ripe bananas, making for a satisfying and nutritious breakfast, snack or dessert.

Do you ever find yourself with overripe bananas and wonder what to do with them? Banana Bread, banana oatmeal cookies, baked bananas or banana fritters are great ways to use them. However, if you don’t feel like cooking or baking, blending them to make this delicious banana yogurt is an excellent choice.

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  • How to Make Banana Puree
  • Recipe FAQs
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  • Banana Yogurt

Reasons to Love this Recipe

  • Naturally Sweetened – The sweetness of the banana puree means that there is no need for any added sugars in this recipe, making it a healthier option than many store-bought flavoured yogurts.
  • Easy – With only two main ingredients (and two optional added ingredients) this recipe is quick and easy to make.
  • Versatile – Enjoy this banana yogurt on its own or use it as a base for other snacks such as parfaits or fruit dips.
  • Customisable: Add different spices (such as cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, vanilla or nutmeg), nut butters, seeds and adjust the ratio of banana to yogurt to suit individual tastes.
  • Great for All Ages: Perfect for baby-led weaning, spoon-feeding, toddlers, big kids and adults!

Video Tutorial

Ingredients

For the full recipe, with ingredient amounts, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

  • Yogurt: Plain full-fat yogurt is best, either regular or Greek. For a dairy-free version, you can use any plant-based yogurt.
  • Bananas: Ripe bananas work best as they provide the most natural sweetness.
  • Peanut Butter (optional): Adds a nutty flavour, creamy texture and also provides a source of healthy fats and protein.
  • Cinnamon (optional): Adds a warm, spiced flavour to the yogurt. Other options include cardamom, allspice, vanilla or nutmeg.

How to Make Banana Puree

Start by blending the bananas into a puree. I do this using a blender but you could use a hand blender or food processor. Alternatively, you could just mash the banana really well.

I love to add cinnamon to the banana mixture, my kids love it and so do I. I often add some natural peanut butter for added taste and an extra boost of protein. This is, of course, optional and you can miss it out or try other additions such as cardamom or vanilla.

I find the banana provides more than enough sweetness but if you want something sweeter then you could also add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.

Once you have your smooth, sweet and delicious banana mixture you simply mix it with the yoghurt. I treat this as a dessert and the banana to yoghurt ratio is reasonably high. You can easily play with the ratios if you want something less sweet.

I often pop it in the freezer for 15 mins before serving it, I feel it makes it thicker and creamier. This is of course completely optional.

Recipe FAQs

Should I use brown or yellow bananas to make banana yogurt?

I usually make this dessert when I have a glut of brown bananas to use up however you can also use yellow bananas. If you use brown bananas the yoghurt will be sweeter.

What yoghurt is the best to use?

I recommend using your favourite whole milk natural yoghurt. I’m a big fan of Greek yoghurt, I love how creamy it is and it works really well in this.

Can you store leftovers?

You can keep this banana yogurt in the fridge for up to 2 days. I would recommend adding around half a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to help prevent browning.

Is this suitable for babies?

Yogurt can be introduced once baby is ready to start solids, generally 6 months of age. Yogurt is often made from cow’s milk, which is a common food allergen in young children and so should be first introduced by serving a small quantity for the first few servings, and if there is no reaction, gradually increase the quantity.
Peanut butter is an optional ingredient in this recipe, which is also a common allergen that should be introduced separately, before combining it with this yogurt.

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Banana Yogurt

A deliciously sweet and creamy dessert sweetened only with fruit.

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  • ▢ 2 bananas SEE NOTE 1
  • ▢ 1 tablespoon peanut butter (optional) *SEE NOTE 2
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional) *SEE NOTE 2
  • ▢ 375ml (1½ cups) natural Greek yoghurt *SEE NOTE 3

  • Add the banana, peanut butter and cinnamon to a blender and blend until smooth

  • Add the banana puree to a mixing bowl and fold in the yoghurt until mixed through. 

  1. You can use brown or yellow bananas for this. The browner the banana the sweeter the yoghurt. 
  2. The peanut butter and cinnamon is optional. You can leave them out or replace with other additions such as vanilla or cardamom.
  3. You can use any natural yoghurt you wish. I love natural greek yoghurt for this. 

Nutritional information is a ROUGH guide only, calculated using an online nutrition calculator. 

Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 369mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 5. 1mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 0.3mg

Course:Dessert

Cuisine:Western

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