banana pudding with coconut whipped cream

I’ve been dreaming of this dessert for a long time now…Banana Pudding with Coconut Whipped Cream!

Banana Pudding with Coconut Whipped Cream ~vegan~

Banana cream pie is one of my all-time favorite desserts.  Here is a simplified and veganfied version of the old-fashioned classic!  Add a dollop of coconut whipped cream and a few vanilla cookies for a kid-approved treat!  I’m not a huge fan of pie crust, so substituting with a few animal crackers hits the spot and adds a little crunch!

Here is a great tutorial on how to make coconut whipped cream from Oh She Glows!  I use maple syrup to sweeten mine!

Banana Pudding with Coconut Whipped Cream ~vegan~

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This pudding is void of hydrogenated oils, artificial flavorings, food coloring and trans fat!

Adapted from Vegetarian Times

banana pudding
 
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Makes 8 servings
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Recipe type: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 3 cups soy milk (or milk of your choice, coconut milk, almond milk, etc.)
  • ⅓ cup organic cane sugar
  • 4 tablespoons corn starch
  • pinch sea salt
  • 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced thin
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium low heat whisk together milk, sugar and corn starch. Bring to a light boil, constantly whisking for 5 minutes or until mixture starts to thicken. Turn off heat, whisk in sea salt and vanilla. Fold in sliced bananas and transfer to a baking dish or bowl. Cool and cover, refrigerate until chilled.
  2. Serve with coconut whipped cream and animal crackers, enjoy!

Banana Pudding with Coconut Whipped Cream ~vegan~

A word of warning….the bananas brown quickly, so serve this shortly after its prepared.  These photos were taken the day after, there is a little browning, but not too much!  Store in an air-tight container to slow browning.

peaches n’ cream milkshake with coconut whipped cream ~vegan~

This smoothie is pretty darn good, but ‘m pretty sure anything would taste amazing with whipped coconut cream on top!

Peaches n' Cream Milkshake with Coconut Whipped Cream ~vegan~

Peaches…not in season right now, but when they are…stock up and freeze them for later use!

Peaches are loaded with carotenes, flavonoids, lycopene and lutein, which are beneficial in warding off macular degeneration, cancer and heart disease.  They are on the EWG dirty dozen list, so buy organic when possible!

Hemp seeds are added for a healthy dose of omega 3 fatty acids, iron, fiber and calcium…they also lend a slightly nutty flavor!

To make coconut whipped cream, use whole fat coconut milk from a can.  I like using the organic/non-GMO brand Native Forest, which I buy from www.vitacost.com.

Peaches n' Cream Milkshake with Coconut Whipped Cream ~vegan~

It’s essential that you use whole coconut milk and not low-fat coconut milk!  Place the can in the refrigerator for a few hours or over night…the longer it is refrigerated the better!  Open the can and scoop out the “cream” and reserve the coconut liquid for another use such as smoothies!  Place the cream in a medium sized bowl, add a few tablespoons of sweetener such as maple syrup or agave syrup and a drop of pure vanilla extract if desired.  Using a hand-held mixer, whip until fluffy and peaks form.

Try not to eat the whole bowl!

Peaches n' Cream Smoothie with Coconut Whipped Cream ~vegan~

Use for a decadent topping to desserts, fruit salad or “milk” shakes!

Peaches n' Cream Milkshake with Coconut Whipped Cream ~vegan~

peaches n' cream milk shake ~vegan, gluten free~
 
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Recipe type: Drinks
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
  • 1 cup of soy, almond or coconut milk
  • 1 cup frozen peaches
  • 2 dates, pitted
  • 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • For Coconut Whipped Cream:
  • 1 can organic whole fat coconut milk
  • 2-3 tablespoons pure maple syrup or agave syrup (depending on how sweet you like it!)
  • drop of pure vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. Smoothie: Place all ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend until frothy. Top with coconut whipped cream, coconut flakes and sliced fruit as desired.
  2. Coconut Whipped Cream: Place can of coconut milk in the refrigerator for a few hours or over night...the longer it is refrigerated the better! Open the can and scoop out the "cream" and reserve the coconut liquid for another use such as smoothies! Place the cream in a medium sized bowl, add a tablespoon of sweetener such as maple syrup or agave syrup and a drop of pure vanilla extract if desired. Using a hand-held mixer, whip until fluffy and peaks form.

It’s toddler approved…

Peaches n' Cream Milkshake with Coconut Whipped Cream ~vegan~

Happy Spring Weekend :)

UNREAL banana nice cream sundaes

Samples were received free of charge however, opinions are my own!

Nothing says Happy Friday like a Banana Nice Cream Sundae with UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!

Banana Nice Cream Sundae with UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!

These aren’t just any peanut butter cups!  They are seriously UNREAL!

Two new flavors were introduced to me…Dark Chocolate Coconut Peanut Butter Cups and Dark Chocolate Crispy Quinoa Peanut Butter Cups.  Where have you been my whole life???  Two of my favorite foods…quinoa and coconut crossed with a peanut butter cup is pure genius in my book!

Banana Nice Cream Sundae with UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!

Not only do they taste too good to be true, they are unjunked!  Yes, candy without all the junk!

no chemicals

no artificial colors or flavors

no corn syrup or hydrogenated oils

no GMOs

lots less sugar, more protein and fiber

responsibly sourced

real food ingredients

vegan

dairy free

Finally, a brand of clean eating candy!  This is what dreams are made of!

(okay, maybe I’m the only one that dreams of candy made with coconut and quinoa!)

Banana Nice Cream Sundae with UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!

Banana Nice Cream Sundae with UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!

Banana “Nice” Cream, bananas blended into a creamy dessert that tastes just like ice cream, I promise!  I use a Yonanas machine to make my banana nice cream, but a blender works well too!  If using a blender such as a vitamix, add a little almond milk to get things mixing!

Banana Nice Cream Sundae with UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!

Recipe from Whole Foods

UNREAL banana nice cream sundaes
 
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Recipe type: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 4 frozen bananas
  • UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
  • Soy milk or almond milk if using a blender (start with ½ cup and add more as needed)
  • Whipped Cream of your choice (coconut, soy, rice)
Instructions
  1. Place bananas in a yonanas machine or a blender. (If using a blender, add milk of your choice)
  2. Blend until creamy.
  3. Top with chopped UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, whipped cream and enjoy!

  Banana Nice Cream Sundae with UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!

Banana Nice Cream Sundae with UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!

Hope you have a sweet weekend :)