📖 Instructions

1. First things first, let's caramelize those bananas! Grab your medium saucepan and melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add 1/2 cup of brown sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until it turns into a rich, bubbly caramel (about 5 minutes).
2. Add 2 ripe bananas, sliced into half-moons, to the caramel. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, gently stirring, until the bananas are softened and coated in caramel. Set this deliciousness aside to cool slightly.
3. Meanwhile, let's whip up the chia pudding base. In your blender, combine 1 cup of your chosen milk (I prefer oat milk, but any will do!), 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend it up until everything's nicely combined and smooth. If it seems too thick, add a splash more milk, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the right consistency.
4. Pour the blended mixture into four small glasses or jars. Divide the cooled caramelized bananas evenly among the glasses, layering them on top of the chia pudding base.
5. Now comes the fun part! Top each glass with a few chopped pecans or walnuts (about a tablespoon per glass). And a sprinkle of cinnamon if you’re feeling fancy. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the chia seeds to fully expand and the flavors to meld beautifully.
6. Before serving, you can give each glass a little extra love with a drizzle of caramel sauce and/or a dollop of whipped cream (dairy or non-dairy). Enjoy your utterly delightful Banana Foster Chia Pudding!