Puddings, banana, dry mix, instant, with added oil
Whole food · Sweets
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This is a shelf-stable, powdered mix that transforms into a creamy, wobbly banana pudding with just the addition of water or milk. The instant texture is smooth and light, delivering a sweet, artificial banana flavor reminiscent of classic dessert powders. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of quick energy, providing 386 calories and 89 grams of carbohydrates per 100g of dry mix.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 90% carbs · 10% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love its nostalgic, straightforward banana sweetness and the comforting, familiar texture of a classic pudding. It's a versatile base for quick desserts, snacks, or even as a topping for fruit and baked goods.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high carbohydrate content (89g per 100g) can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, offering little satiety due to 0g protein and 0g fiber. To counteract this, pair a small portion with a source of protein (like nuts or yogurt) or healthy fat (like a dollop of whipped cream) to slow digestion and improve fullness.
Key benefits
- Extremely quick and convenient preparation
- Long shelf life for pantry storage
- Consistent, predictable flavor and texture
- Provides a rapid source of energy
- No refrigeration needed for the dry mix
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The primary flavor compound in artificial banana flavor, isoamyl acetate, was originally isolated from the now-rare Gros Michel banana, which was the dominant commercial variety before the Cavendish took over in the mid-20th century.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.8 g |
| Energy | 386 kcal |
| Energy | 1615 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 4.4 g |
| Ash | 3.8 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 89.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 6.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.12 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 2.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 804 mg |
| Potassium, K | 15.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1499 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.04 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.02 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.80 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.01 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.79 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.62 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.16 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.3 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.12 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Puddings, rice, dry mix, prepared with 2% milk — USDA does not publish this profile for Puddings.
| Tryptophan | 0.04 g |
| Threonine | 0.13 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.17 g |
| Leucine | 0.27 g |
| Lysine | 0.22 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.03 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.14 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.14 g |
| Valine | 0.19 g |
| Arginine | 0.10 g |
| Histidine | 0.07 g |
| Alanine | 0.10 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.21 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.58 g |
| Glycine | 0.06 g |
| Proline | 0.27 g |
| Serine | 0.15 g |
FAQ
Why does this pudding mix have 0g of sugar listed?
The nutritional data likely lists 'sugars' as separate added sugars. The 89g of carbohydrates per 100g primarily come from starches and other carbohydrates in the mix, which your body breaks down into sugars. The mix is still very sweet.
Can I use milk instead of water to make it?
Yes, and it's highly recommended. Using milk instead of water will create a richer, creamier pudding with a better texture and added protein and calcium.
Is this the same as traditional Southern banana pudding?
No. Traditional banana pudding is a baked custard made with eggs, milk, vanilla wafers, and fresh bananas. This is an instant, powdered shortcut that mimics the flavor.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.86 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 99.93 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.