Instant Chia Pumpkin Pudding

Enjoy all the taste of pumpkin pie for breakfast – without the sugar and calories. It takes only five minutes to whip up this naturally sweetened, gluten-free and vegan chia pumpkin pudding!

This instant chia pumpkin pudding recipe is a speedy sweet treat that will satisfy your pumpkin craving with absolutely no guilt. Chia seeds, pumpkin, dates and almond milk are blended to make this creamy, sweet pumpkin pudding. Season it with pumpkin spice if you like, or sweeten it with maple syrup for an earthy maple flavor. 

A long while ago I made this instant chia chocolate pudding—which I go back to whenever I need a guilt-free chocolate fix, or when anyone counting their calories visits. It’s pure chocolate goodness, vegan and gluten-free, thick and creamy pudding. So this instant chia pumpkin pudding is just a seasonal version of it.

I tasted a version of a chia pumpkin pudding a few months ago, and that’s how this recipe came into action. That version had maple syrup, and I could taste that beautiful earthy flavor which perfectly compliments the pumpkin.

And that original one I tasted had whole chia seeds in them which means the chia seeds have been soaked in the milk for a while and were not blended. So while I loved it, I felt I needed to tweak things around.

Why you need to try Instant Chia Pumpkin Pudding: 

These pumpkin puddings taste just like pumpkin pie filling but are absolutely guilt-free! The perfect way to get your share of pumpkin spice deliciousness without having to overdose on sugary coffee shop beverages.

I picked dates to sweeten my instant chia pumpkin pudding because I love their neutral flavor, and their smooth texture when blended. Maple syrup or honey would be a great substitute

. I found the only downfall to using dates is, that they add a little brown to the bright orange pumpkin pudding.

Then added a bit of fall magic with a dash of pumpkin spice and an extra dash of cinnamon—because that’s just a preference. If you’re in love with pumpkin spice this season or chai spice, add away! For pure pumpkin flavour, just leave them out.

Chia seeds are one of those superfoods you should really try to get more of, and they have the wonderful characteristic of thickening up instantly upon blending or soaking.

I wrote a bit more about them in this instant chia chocolate pudding recipe. Now if you don’t care about what’s healthy these days and what’s not—just think of them as thickeners to give you that “instant” pudding effect – no waiting around or chilling time.

How to make Instant Chia Pumpkin Pudding:

For making a batch of Instant Pumpkin Chia Pudding, simply combine dates, pumpkin puree, almond milk, chia seeds and spices in a high-speed blender and pulse until the mixture thickens naturally.

They are good to eat right away but you can also pour the pudding into dessert glasses and store them in the fridge.

If you feel I am overdoing pumpkins lately on the blog—I hear you, I really do. But I feel we just got to enjoy while we can! And while we’re at it, this instant chia pumpkin pudding is one you will enjoy! 🙂

Tips for success: 

• The instant chia pudding can be made using any type of milk you prefer.
• Feel free to add more or fewer spices to your pumpkin pudding to adjust them to your taste.
• You can use maple syrup instead of dates, or if you’re not vegan, even honey!

More Pumpkin Recipes:

• Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Latte
• Spiderweb Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins
• Kale Mushroom Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta
• Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

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Instant Chia Pumpkin Pudding

Enjoy all the taste of pumpkin pie for breakfast - without the sugar and calories. It takes only five minutes to whip up this naturally sweetened, gluten-free and vegan pumpkin pie chia pudding!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword healthy pumpkin pie pudding, instant chia pudding, pumpkin pudding

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 113 kcal

Author Mahy

Ingredients

• 4 pitted Mejdool dates
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup almond milk (or your preference)
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 pinch pumpkin spice (optional)
• 1 pinch cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

1. In a blender, add all ingredients and blend well. Serve.

Recipe Notes

• The instant chia pudding can be made using any type of milk you prefer.
• Feel free to add more or fewer spices to your pumpkin pudding to adjust them to your taste.
• You can use maple syrup instead of dates, or if you're not vegan, even honey!

Nutrition Facts

Instant Chia Pumpkin Pudding

Amount Per Serving (1 glass)

Calories 113 Calories from Fat 18

% Daily Value*

Fat 2g3%

Sodium 63mg3%

Potassium 254mg7%

Carbohydrates 23g8%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 17g19%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 4800IU96%

Vitamin C 1.3mg2%

Calcium 117mg12%

Iron 1.2mg7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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