This simple, three-ingredient healthy banana pudding recipe contains protein, fiber, and more good-for-your-brain nutrients.

All you better whip up this simple dessert?

Bananas, peanut butter, and vanilla extract.

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Apart from being really easy, this recipe has a lot to offer nutritionally speaking.

Namely, electrolytes, B vitamins, fiber, and protein.

A single serving of this pudding contains about122 milligrams of potassium.

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Bananas are also bursting with B vitamins.

There have been several studies linkinglow B-vitamin status to cognitive decline associated with aging.

Dont worry, the peanut butter has its own brain health accolades.

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It contains both protein (aboutseven grams per serving) and fiber (about two grams).

Humans cant digest fiber, and because of this, it passes through our digestive tract untouched.

Now that youre fully educated on the benefits of this healthy banana pudding recipe, just enjoy it.

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Itll be ready in about three seconds flat.

Beat the mashed bananas together with the peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.

This is easiest to do with a food processor or an immersion blender.

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In a separate bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.

Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter and banana mixture.

Spoon into individual serving dishes and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

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