Banana Coconut Turmeric Chia Bowl (Printable Version)

A vibrant, nourishing breakfast bowl with creamy banana, coconut, and golden turmeric—naturally sweet and perfect for healthy mornings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chia Pudding Base

01 - 4 tablespoons chia seeds
02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Toppings

07 - 1 large ripe banana, sliced
08 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
09 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut chips
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped almonds or cashews
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh blueberries or raspberries
12 - 1 teaspoon hemp seeds or pumpkin seeds
13 - Extra maple syrup for drizzling

# How To Make:

01 - Whisk together chia seeds, coconut milk, turmeric, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined and no clumps remain.
02 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Stir once after 30 minutes to break up any clumps and ensure even gel formation.
03 - Remove from refrigerator and stir the chia pudding thoroughly to redistribute the seeds and achieve a uniform, creamy consistency.
04 - Divide the chia pudding evenly between two serving bowls, smoothing the surface with the back of a spoon.
05 - Arrange banana slices, shredded coconut, toasted coconut chips, chopped nuts, fresh berries, and seeds attractively over each bowl.
06 - Drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired and serve immediately while toppings remain crisp.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The turmeric gives this bowl the most stunning golden color that makes mornings feel special
  • Chia seeds keep you satisfied for hours without any heavy breakfast feelings
  • Prep it the night before and wake up to breakfast ready and waiting
02 -
  • That stir after 30 minutes is absolutely crucial—skip it and youll get stubborn clumps that never smooth out
  • Black pepper isnt in the ingredient list but adding a pinch helps your body absorb turmeric properly
  • The pudding keeps in the fridge for 3 to 4 days, so double the batch and meal prep like a champion
03 -
  • Use a Mason jar to prep individual portions—just shake instead of whisk and grab on busy mornings
  • The flavor develops overnight, so making it the evening before actually tastes better than same-day

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