Description
Start your day with this Healthy Breakfast Banana Split, a nutritious and delicious twist on a classic treat. This recipe combines fresh bananas, Greek yogurt, granola, and mixed berries to create a balanced breakfast that’s rich in protein, fiber, and antioxidants, perfect for a wholesome morning boost.
Ingredients
Base
- 2 ripe bananas
Toppings
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, low-fat)
- ½ cup granola (low sugar)
- ½ cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Bananas: Peel the bananas and slice them lengthwise into halves or thirds, depending on size. Arrange them neatly on a serving plate to form the base of your banana split.
- Add the Greek Yogurt: Spoon the Greek yogurt evenly over the banana slices, spreading it gently to cover the fruit while leaving some bananas visible for texture and appearance.
- Layer with Granola: Sprinkle the granola generously over the yogurt to add a crunchy texture and wholesome grains.
- Add the Mixed Berries: Distribute the mixed berries on top of the granola and yogurt for a burst of color, flavor, and antioxidants.
- Drizzle Sweetener: If desired, lightly drizzle honey or maple syrup over the banana split to add natural sweetness without overpowering the fresh ingredients.
- Garnish: Finish by sprinkling chopped nuts and chia seeds over the top for extra crunch, healthy fats, and fiber.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your healthy breakfast banana split fresh for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and easy slicing.
- Choose low-fat Greek yogurt to keep the calorie count moderate.
- Granola should be low in sugar to maintain the healthiness of the dish.
- Fresh berries provide antioxidants but frozen ones can be used if fresh are unavailable.
- Optional sweeteners like honey or maple syrup can be omitted for a sugar-free version.
- Adjust toppings according to your dietary preferences or allergies, such as using seeds instead of nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American