Cool Creamy Pumpkin Chia (Printable)

Silky pumpkin meets warming spices and creamy chia for a refreshing seasonal drink that's ready in minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pumpkin & Chia Base

01 - 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
02 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or dairy milk)
03 - 1/3 cup chia seeds
04 - 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup (to taste)
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Spices

06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - Pinch of ground cloves
10 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings (optional)

11 - 1/2 cup coconut whipped cream (or regular whipped cream)
12 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds
13 - Extra cinnamon, for dusting

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until smooth and well-combined.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken the mixture.
03 - After chilling, stir the mixture well. If it's too thick, stir in a splash more milk to achieve your desired consistency.
04 - Divide among 4 glasses.
05 - Top each serving with whipped cream, toasted pumpkin seeds, and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
06 - Serve chilled and enjoy!

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chia seeds create this incredible pudding-like texture that makes it feel like dessert while actually being good for you
  • It keeps in the fridge for days, so you can make a batch Sunday and have breakfast sorted through Wednesday
02 -
  • The first time I made this, I skipped the chilling step and it was basically spicy milk, so do not rush the two-hour minimum in the fridge
  • If you can not stand little chia seed specks between your teeth, blend it after chilling for a completely smooth texture
03 -
  • Toasting the pumpkin seeds yourself makes a huge difference, just toss them in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant
  • Whisk the mixture again right before pouring to redistribute any settled chia seeds

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