Description
This protein-packed Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding is a cozy and nutritious make-ahead breakfast or snack. Full of fall flavors and made with cottage cheese, almond butter, and chia seeds, it’s creamy, satisfying, and perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 2% cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 2 cups plain unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, almond butter, almond milk, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl and whisk in the chia seeds until fully combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight. The pudding will thicken as it chills. Stir and adjust with additional almond milk if needed for desired consistency.
- Serve chilled, topped with yogurt, whipped cream, or crushed graham crackers if desired.
Notes
- If the pudding is too thick after chilling, stir in a few tablespoons of almond milk to loosen the consistency.
- Great as a breakfast, snack, or light dessert.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
