This Banana Yogurt comes together in just 3 minutes and is a hit with babies, toddlers, and big kids—and yes, adults love it too. 

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I’ve been making this banana yogurt recipe for over 12 years – and let me tell you, it still gets devoured to this day. I first made it when my kids were babies as a simple way to introduce yogurt (minus the maple syrup back then, don’t come for me in the comments). Then my toddlers loved it… maybe a little too much, judging by the smears I’d find on their clothes, their high chairs, and somehow even the back of my shirt.

Fast forward a few years, and now my teenagers grab it straight from the fridge on their way to homework or after-school activities. While I no longer find yogurt everywhere around the house, I do find licked-clean bowls in their bedrooms (classic teen move).

The secret—lean in close—is the simple combo of banana and cinnamon. It almost feels too easy to call this a recipe, but trust me, it’s one you need in your rotation. It takes less than three minutes to make and works perfectly for the entire family, from babies to teens (and everyone in between).

#IMHO: Want a snack that tastes like dessert? Gently warm the mashed banana before mixing it into the yogurt. It brings out the natural sweetness and makes the whole bowl taste extra delish. Instant dessert vibes, zero extra effort.

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Ingredients

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This Banana Yogurt comes together in just 3 minutes and is a hit with babies, toddlers, and big kids—and yes, adults love it too. 
Yield: 4 servings
Prep: 3 minutes
Total: 3 minutes
Author: Michele Olivier
Course: baby food, Baby Led Weaning, Snack
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Ingredients 

  • 2 cups plain whole milk yogurt
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon (or 1/8 tsp nutmeg)
  • 2-3 tbsp maple syrup, optional and if needed
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice, optional

Instructions 

  • On a cutting board or small bowl, add the bananas, maple syrup (if using), cinnamon, and lemon juice (if using).
    A cutting board with bananas, cinnamon and maple syrup with a fork sitting next to it.
  • With the back of a fork, mash until you get your desired consistency. For a smoother puree, you can add the bananas to a blender and puree for 60 secones.
    A hand mashing banana, maple syrup and nutmeg to mix into yogurt.
  • Swirl in the banana puree into the yogurt, serve and enjoy!
    A hand holding a pink spoon over a pink kids bowl full of banana yogurt.

Notes

Age: 6+ months (minus the maple syrup until 1+ years)
Storage: this banana yogurt can be stored in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can freeze the apple puree for up to 4 months. Then you can defrost and add it to yogurt whenever you wish to serve this recipe. 
Banana Tip: try to use really ripe bananas with lots of brown spots as ripe bananas are naturally sweeter and will help balance the tartness of plain yogurt.
Toppings: While this yogurt is amazing by itself, toppings and yogurt are always a good idea. Here are some of our favorite toppings to add:
  • hemp seeds
  • granola
  • drizzle of peanut or nut butter
  • drizzle of honey (over 1 year of age)
  • chopped berries, strawberries or blueberries
  • sliced bananas
  • sprinkle of ground flax seeds
  • shredded coconut flakes
 

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Medically reviewed and cowritten by Jamie Johnson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Lauren Braaten, Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT).