Pumpkin Spice Chia Pudding with Sautéed Apples & Granola
This Pumpkin Spice Chia Pudding is creamy, high in protein, and full of cozy flavors — but here’s the twist: it’s made with Oikos Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese. That swap gives it an ultra-smooth, rich texture while keeping it packed with protein and gut-friendly probiotics.
Ingredients
- ✨ 1 ½ cups Oikos Greek yogurt plain or vanilla
- ✨ 1 cup apple cider
- ✨ 6 tbsp chia seeds
- ✨ 2 scoops vanilla protein powder Truvani, Beam, Clean Simple Eats — all work great
- ✨ ½ cup pumpkin purée
- ✨ 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ✨ 1 tsp cinnamon
- ✨ Pinch of salt
- ✨ 1–2 tsp maple syrup optional, to taste
For the Topping:
- 1 apple peeled and chopped
- ½ tsp coconut oil or butter
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- Purely Elizabeth granola or your favorite crunchy topping
Let's Make It
- Blend the Base: In a blender, combine the Greek yogurt, apple cider, and protein powder. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. You may need to adjust the cider slightly depending on your protein powder — you’re aiming for a pourable, pudding-like base.
- Mix the Pudding: Pour the mixture into a bowl or jar and stir in the pumpkin purée, chia seeds, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, salt, and maple syrup. Mix well so the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. The chia seeds will absorb the liquid and thicken into a rich, creamy pudding.
- Sauté the Apples: In a small skillet, melt the coconut oil over medium heat. Add diced apples, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Assemble: Spoon the chia pudding into jars or bowls, top with warm sautéed apples and granola. Add a drizzle of maple syrup or almond butter if you want extra flavor.