Higher Protein Pumpkin Chia Pudding Recipe
This Higher Protein Pumpkin Chia Pudding is a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack option packed with protein and seasonal pumpkin flavor. Combining chia seeds, vanilla protein powder, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, and warming pumpkin pie spice, this pudding offers a creamy texture with a healthy boost. It’s easy to prepare, requires no cooking, and can be made ahead to enjoy a satisfying and energizing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1/3 cup chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups milk of choice
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Whisk dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, vanilla protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until no clumps of the protein powder remain.
- Whisk wet ingredients: Add milk of choice, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup to the dry mixture. Whisk thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping.
- Chill to thicken: Cover the bowl and transfer it to the refrigerator. Let it set for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken the pudding.
- Stir before serving: Remove the pudding from the fridge and stir well to ensure a smooth and consistent texture. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if desired.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the pudding topped with additional Greek yogurt, whipped cream, diced apples or bananas, and crushed nuts for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use any milk of choice, such as almond, soy, cow’s milk, or oat milk, depending on dietary preferences.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based protein powder and dairy-free yogurt.
- The pudding keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the pumpkin pie spice amount based on your spice preference.
- Adding fresh fruit or nuts on top adds additional texture and flavors.
