Pumpkin Chia Pudding

Post date: October 15, 2014

Author: Sarah Axtell, ND

Try this super healthy fall treat as an alternative to sugary desserts. Pumpkin and chia seeds pack a punch in this recipe chock full of dietary fiber, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins A, C and E.

Ingredients:

2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk

1/2 cup pumpkin purée

2 tbsp whole chia seeds

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground ginger

Pinch of ground nutmeg

Pinch of sea salt

Maple syrup, honey or stevia, to taste

For garnish (optional):

Raw cacao nibs (can buy in bulk section of health food stores), chopped almonds/walnuts, sautéed apples, and/or pumpkin seeds

Preparation:

In a bowl, whisk together the almond milk, pumpkin purée, chia seeds, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or overnight) to thicken. Sweeten to taste before serving. Serve topped with garnish of choice. Enjoy!

 

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