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Creamy Overnight Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding

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This creamy overnight pumpkin chia seed pudding is a quick and easy breakfast that tastes like dessert but is actually good for you. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s perfect for meal prep and gets better after a day or two in the fridge.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 ½ cups milk of choice (whole milk, oat milk, or canned coconut milk recommended)
  • ¼ cup chia seeds (white or black)
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ginger, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, pinch of cloves)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla, for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (toasted if desired, for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds (pepitas, for topping)
  • Extra maple syrup for drizzling (for topping)
  • Sprinkle of cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth, ensuring no lumps of pumpkin remain.
  2. Sprinkle in the chia seeds, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Whisk thoroughly for about 30 seconds to prevent clumping.
  3. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes, then whisk again to distribute the chia seeds evenly.
  4. Divide the mixture evenly into jars or containers (about ½ to ¾ cup per serving), leaving room for toppings.
  5. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow the chia seeds to gel and create a creamy texture.
  6. In the morning, stir the pudding. If too thick, add a splash of milk. Top with Greek yogurt, pecans, pumpkin seeds, extra maple syrup, and a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.

Notes

For best texture, don’t skip the second whisk after 5 minutes. If pudding is too thin after 4 hours, stir in an extra tablespoon of chia seeds and let sit for another hour. If too thick, add a splash of milk. The pudding improves after 1-2 days in the fridge. Store sealed in refrigerator for up to 5 days; do not freeze.

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