Healthy Pumpkin Cheesecake Pudding
This healthy pumpkin cheesecake pudding makes a delicious healthy snack and can even double as dessert - it's that good! Cozy, comforting flavors and high in protein and fiber.
Servings 2 servings
Calories 246kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 100% pure pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups skim milk (see notes for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons Instant Jell-O Cheesecake Pudding Mix
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder, could sub with unflavored (optional)
- 2-4 tablespoons chia seeds; add 3-4 tablespoons for a thicker consistency.
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Toppings
- 1 small banana, cut into slices
- Chopped Pecans
- Drizzle of maple syrup
- Whipped Cream
Instructions
- Add milk, pumpkin, protein powder, vanilla extract, chia seeds, and pumpkin pie spice to a bowl. Whisk together until smooth and well-combined.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the chia seeds to thicken the pudding.
- Separate the mixture into two servings.
- Top with whipped cream, banana slices, chopped pecans and enjoy! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker consistency, add 1-2 tablespoons of the Instant Pudding Mix after refrigeration.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, sub with almond milk or coconut milk and fold dairy-free whipped topping into it. You could also add more chia seeds to thicken it up.
- If it's too sweet, add 1/4 cup of softened cream cheese.
- Graham cracker crumbs, mini chocolate chips or cinnamon apples would also be delicious toppings!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings: 2 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 246 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 5.4g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 1.3g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium 288mg | 13% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.7g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 21% |
| Total Sugars 12.2g | |
| Protein 30.6g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 413mg | 32% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 497mg | 11% |
Nutrition
Calories: 246kcal