Pumpkin Gingerbread Chia Pudding
High protein Pumpkin Gingerbread Chia Pudding is a healthy fall breakfast that tastes like pumpkin pie and gingersnaps but is actually good for you. It’s creamy, nourishing, high in fiber, naturally sweetened, and packed with warm spices. Plus, it’s gluten-free & can be made dairy-free—perfect for meal prep or a quick seasonal snack!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups milk, of choice *I like to use 1/2 canned lite coconut milk & 1/2 other plant-based milk for the creamiest texture!
- 1 - 1 1/2 scoops of your favorite protein powder *I used sugar cookie (linked in the notes!)
- 2 tbsp almond butter or cashew butter *I don't recommend peanut. It'll throw off the flavors.
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 1/2 tbps maple syrup
- 1-2 tsp molasses
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup greek or coconut yogurt (use a thick brand!)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients until well combined and no lumps remain. Taste the mixture & adjust as you'd like (more maple syrup, vanilla, spices, etc.)
- Divide the mixture amongst two jars. Place in the fridge overnight or for at least 2-3 hours. I like to go back after an hour or two and give them a stir to prevent the chia seeds from clumping but this is optional!
- When ready to eat, top the chia seed pudding with extra greek or coconut yogurt, a sprinkle of granola, fresh fruit, or chopped nuts! Find it too thick in the morning? Add an extra splash of milk!
- If enjoying this as a healthier treat, I love topping it with the So Delicious Coconut Whip and a few Simple Mills pecan cookies crushed over top!
Notes
Protein powder: Use a flavor that you love the taste of as it'll add flavor/sweetness to the recipe! You can also omit the protein powder or use collagen instead. Be aware you may want to add extra vanilla extract or sweetener. I used Macro Mike's seasonal sugar cookie protein powder (it's amazing! You can use my code: "amb-Dani" for a discount!)