Fall mornings just hit differently. There’s a chill in the air, cozy sweaters come out of hiding, and pumpkin spice everything suddenly feels like the only acceptable way to start the day. Enter: Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding — my new go-to recipe that’s filling, high in fiber, macro-balanced, and perfect for either kicking off a crisp fall morning or winding down a cozy autumn evening.
This isn’t your average chia pudding. It’s packed with real pumpkin, protein from both chia seeds and protein powder, and just the right amount of warm fall spices. To top it all off, I love adding an extra spoonful of Greek yogurt or a dollop of whipped cream before serving. It gives the pudding an extra layer of creaminess and a sneaky protein boost.
Why You’ll Love It
High in Fiber: Chia seeds + pumpkin = digestive health win.
Protein-Packed: A mix of chia, protein powder, and optional Greek yogurt keeps you full for hours.
Macro-Balanced: Carbs from banana and pumpkin, protein from yogurt and powder, healthy fats from chia seeds.
Fall in a Bowl: Cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and creamy pumpkin make it taste like dessert for breakfast.
Ingredients
8 oz Fage 2% Greek yogurt
1 cup canned pumpkin (unsweetened)
2 medium bananas
6 tbsp chia seeds
2 scoops vanilla protein powder (I used Flav City)
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: extra Greek yogurt or whipped cream, sprinkle of cinnamon, or crushed pecans.
Directions
1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add pumpkin, Greek yogurt, protein powder, almond milk, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Stir until fully combined.
2. Mix in chia seeds, making sure they’re evenly distributed. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
3. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours (overnight is best) until thick and pudding-like.
4. Divide into 4 servings.
5. Before enjoying, top with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or a light swirl of whipped cream for that extra creamy kick.
Nutrition (per serving – 4 servings total)
Approx. 277 calories / 22g protein / 9g fat / 32g carbs| High fiber | Balanced macros
Serving Ideas
Breakfast Bowl: Top with sliced apples, a drizzle of almond butter, or granola.
Dessert Fix: Layer with whipped cream in a small glass for a pumpkin pie parfait.
On-the-Go Snack: Pre-portion into mason jars for grab-and-go fuel during busy fall days.
This Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding is everything I love about fall wrapped into one cozy, satisfying dish. It’s healthy, delicious, and versatile enough to enjoy morning, noon, or night.
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