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    Home » All Recipes » Breakfast

    Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding

    Published: Oct 2, 2025 by Maggie Unzueta

    This Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding is packed with fall flavors and simple ingredients. The perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack!
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    A bowl with half chia pudding and half orange pumpkin smoothie, topped with pumpkin seeds and nuts, sits on a wooden board. Nearby are a bowl of seeds, two spoons, a white napkin, and small pumpkins on a white wooden table.
    A bowl with half chia pudding and half orange pumpkin smoothie, topped with pumpkin seeds and nuts, sits on a wooden board. Nearby are a bowl of seeds, two spoons, a white napkin, and small pumpkins on a white wooden table.

    Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding is the perfect way to enjoy fall flavors in a light and healthy treat. 

    This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    With warm spices, creamy pumpkin, and a touch of sweetness, this recipe is as comforting as it is simple. 

    Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this pudding is a cozy and delicious choice.

    A flat lay of labeled ingredients in glass bowls on a white wooden surface: chia seeds, pumpkin puree, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon & ginger, Greek yogurt, chai tea, and vanilla.

    Table of Contents

    • 1 🎃 Ingredients
    • 2 👩🏼‍🍳 Step by Step Instructions
    • 3 🔥 Warm It Up
    • 4 🫙 Storing Instructions
    • 5 🙋🏻‍♀️ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
    • 6 More Breakfast Recipes
    • 7 😋 Hungry for More 
    • 8 Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding
      • 8.1 Ingredients
        • 8.1.1 For Chia Seed Pudding:
        • 8.1.2 For Pumpkin Cream:
      • 8.2 Instructions
        • 8.2.1 For the Chia Seed Pudding:
        • 8.2.2 For the Pumpkin Cream:
      • 8.3 Notes
      • 8.4 Nutrition

    🎃 Ingredients

    • Chia seeds
    • Milk (or almond milk)
    • Chai concentrate (or chai tea)
    • Ground cinnamon
    • Ground ginger
    • Maple syrup
    • Vanilla extract
    • Pumpkin Cream Ingredients
    • Pumpkin puree
    • Greek yogurt (or coconut cream)
    • Maple syrup
    • Ground cinnamon
    • Ground nutmeg
    • Ground ginger

    If you have pumpkin puree leftover from Pumpkin Empanadas or Pumpkin Arroz con Leche, make this recipe!

    Four-panel image showing the steps to make chia pudding: adding lemon juice to chia seeds, mixing in spices, pouring milk, and stirring the combined ingredients in a bowl. Nearby are a spoon and glass bowls with milk and spices.

    👩🏼‍🍳 Step by Step Instructions

    • In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, milk, chai concentrate, cinnamon, ginger, maple syrup, and vanilla. 
    • Let it sit for 5–10 minutes, stir again, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
    Four images showing the step-by-step process of making a sauce: adding yogurt, spices, and a liquid to a bowl, then stirring to create a creamy orange mixture with a spoon.
    • In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth.
    • Once the chia pudding has thickened, stir again and divide into serving jars or bowls.
    • Top with the pumpkin cream and garnish with pumpkin seeds or chopped nuts before serving.

    🔥 Warm It Up

    This recipe is best enjoyed cold, but if you prefer it slightly warm, heat the chia pudding gently in the microwave for 20–30 seconds. Add the pumpkin cream topping after warming.

    A close-up of a spoonful of chia pudding held above a bowl filled with chia pudding, orange puree, pumpkin seeds, and chopped nuts on a white wooden surface.

    🫙 Storing Instructions

    Store Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding in an airtight container or individual jars in the refrigerator. It will keep fresh for up to 5 days.

    🙋🏻‍♀️ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Can I make this recipe vegan?

    Yes! Use almond milk and swap the Greek yogurt for coconut cream to keep it fully vegan.

    How long does it need to chill?

    At least 2 hours, but overnight chilling makes the pudding extra thick and creamy.

    Can I make it ahead of time?

    Absolutely. Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding is perfect for meal prep and makes a quick grab-and-go breakfast.

    A bowl of chia pudding and pumpkin puree topped with pumpkin seeds sits on a white wood table, with a spoon in the bowl. Nearby are a small bowl of seeds and two small pumpkins.

    More Breakfast Recipes

    • Breakfast Torta
    • Banana Avocado Muffins
    • Papaya Smoothie
    • Bionico (fruit bowl)
    • Breakfast Tamales

    Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding is a simple, nourishing recipe that brings all the cozy flavors of fall into one bowl. It’s easy to make ahead and customize with your favorite toppings. Try it once, and it might just become your new go-to breakfast or snack.

    😋 Hungry for More 

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    A bowl with half chia pudding and half orange pumpkin smoothie, topped with pumpkin seeds and nuts, sits on a wooden board. Nearby are a bowl of seeds, two spoons, a white napkin, and small pumpkins on a white wooden table.

    Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding

    This Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding is packed with fall flavors and simple ingredients. The perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack!
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    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 288kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta
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    Ingredients

    For Chia Seed Pudding:

    • ¼ cup chia seeds
    • 1 cup milk or almond milk
    • 1 tablespoon brewed chai concentrate (optional)
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
    • 2 tablespoon maple syrup or more to taste
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    For Pumpkin Cream:

    • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
    • 2 tablespoon Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger

    Instructions

    For the Chia Seed Pudding:

    • In a bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, milk, chai concentrate (if using), cinnamon, ginger, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
    • Mix well to ensure there are no clumps of chia seeds.
    • Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
    • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for a thicker texture.

    For the Pumpkin Cream:

    • In a small bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
    • Stir until smooth and creamy.
    • When the chia pudding has thickened, stir it again, then spoon it into serving bowls or jars.
    • Top with a generous layer of pumpkin cream.
    • Garnish with pumpkin seeds and chopped nuts and serve.

    Notes

    Storing Instructions: Store Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding in an airtight container or individual jars in the refrigerator. It will keep fresh for up to 5 days.
    Warm It Up: This recipe is best enjoyed cold, but if you prefer it slightly warm, heat the chia pudding gently in the microwave for 20–30 seconds. Add the pumpkin cream topping after warming.
    Can I make this recipe vegan?
    Yes! Use almond milk and swap the Greek yogurt for coconut cream to keep it fully vegan.
    Can I make it ahead of time?
    Absolutely. Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding is perfect for meal prep and makes a quick grab-and-go breakfast.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 435mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 4980IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 355mg | Iron: 2mg
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    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the face behind In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been publishing Mexican recipes and creating delicious recipes since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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