Smooth & Creamy Pumpkin Chia Pudding

Forget everything you ever knew about chia pudding! This version is smooth, creamy, and packed with protein, fiber, and warming spices. A delicious make-ahead breakfast or snack.

Recipe by Karrie Billets, FNHC

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk (oat, cashew, almond, or coconut—your choice)

• 4 tbsp chia seeds

• ¼ cup pumpkin purée

• 2 tbsp protein powder or collagen powder

• 1 tbsp maple syrup, adjusted to your sweetness level (use monk fruit or stevia for a no-sugar version)

• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice, adjusted to taste

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Note: Most protein powders add sweetness, so adjust accordingly.

Optional Toppings

• Chopped nuts or candied pecans

• Pumpkin seeds

• Hemp seeds

• Granola

Directions

1. Combine: Add milk and chia seeds to a high-power blender and blend 15–20 seconds. Add pumpkin purée, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, protein powder, and vanilla.

2. Blend: Blend until smooth and creamy, about 10 seconds. Taste and add more sweetener or spice as desired. Add a splash of milk if it struggles to blend.

3. Set: Pour into a glass jar or container.

4. Chill: Refrigerate at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, so the chia seeds absorb the liquid and create a pudding-like texture.

5. Serve: Enjoy chilled as a delicious, healthy breakfast or snack!

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