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Zakaria Ouaarab

High-Protein Pumpkin Chia Pudding

Creamy pumpkin chia pudding with Greek yogurt and protein powder, warmly spiced for fall and easy to prep ahead. About 18 grams of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree 100% pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 1/3 cup vanilla protein powder about 1 1/2 scoops; whey or plant-based
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, almond milk, protein powder, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  2. Stir in the chia seeds until they are evenly distributed. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until thick and pudding-like.
  4. Stir before serving and divide among 4 jars or bowls. Add toppings such as Greek yogurt, chopped pecans, cinnamon, or a few pumpkin seeds if desired.

Notes

Nutrition is an estimate and varies by yogurt, milk, protein powder, maple syrup, and toppings. The pudding thickens more as it chills.