Steamed Chocolate Banana Pudding for Two

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

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A rich yet light chocolate banana pudding steamed to create a velvety texture, perfect for a cozy dessert serving two. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, layers ripe banana, unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 medium ripe banana
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

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Instructions

Step 1: In a blender, combine 1 medium ripe banana (peeled), 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup whole milk. Blend until completely smooth.
Step 2: Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan and whisk in 1 tbsp cornstarch until dissolved. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes until the pudding thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips until melted and smooth. Divide the pudding evenly into two ramekins, cover with foil, and steam in a covered pot with simmering water for 10 minutes to set the pudding further. Serve warm or chilled.