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This Pumpkin Cheesecake Chia Pudding tastes like dessert and fuels you like breakfast.

Two jars of pumpkin cheesecake chia pudding layered with Greek yogurt and graham cracker crumble, with a graham cracker leaning against the jar

Pumpkin Cheesecake for Breakfast

There’s a moment every fall when I want pumpkin in everything. This is the breakfast I make for that moment.

It has everything I love about pumpkin cheesecake: warm spice, a creamy tang, and that graham cracker crust you can’t stop picking at. But it’s built to give you satisfying, lasting energy all morning. Greek yogurt and hemp hearts bring protein, and chia seeds add both protein and fiber. Real pumpkin brings the color and the coziness, plus more fiber and beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A.

The best part? It’s one bowl and a whisk. No blender, no protein powder. Stir it together the night before, and breakfast is waiting for you in the morning. Make a double batch, and you’re set for days.

If you loved my Matcha Cheesecake Chia Pudding, this is its cozy fall sister. Honestly, the graham crackers make it so fun to eat. It checks all the boxes.

Kale & Berries Nutrition Insight 🌿

This is a real breakfast that happens to taste like dessert. You’re getting protein, fiber, and healthy fats in each serving, a combination that helps you feel satisfied and supports steady energy throughout the morning. 

✅ About 20 grams of protein per serving. It comes from whole foods: Greek yogurt, milk, hemp hearts, and chia seeds. No protein powder needed. These ingredients provide a variety of essential amino acids your body needs to build and maintain muscle and other tissues.

✅ About 10 grams of fiber per serving. Chia seeds do most of the work, with nearly 10 grams of fiber per ounce, and pumpkin adds more. That matters because fewer than 1 in 10 American adults meet recommended fiber intake levels.

✅ Plant-based omega-3s. Chia seeds are rich in ALA, an essential omega-3 fatty acid that supports heart health and helps maintain healthy cell function. Your body can’t make ALA, so getting it from foods like chia seeds is important.

✅ Vitamin A from real pumpkin. That gorgeous orange color comes largely from beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A to support healthy vision and immune function.

✅ A fermented-food bonus. If your Greek yogurt contains live and active cultures, you’re adding beneficial bacteria that may help support gut health.

How to Make High-Protein Pumpkin Cheesecake Chia Pudding

Add the milk, ½ cup Greek yogurt, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon juice, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to a medium bowl.

Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy. 

 

Add the chia seeds and hemp hearts.

 

Stir until the seeds are evenly mixed in. Let sit 10 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.

Chop the pecans and crush the graham crackers.

 

Close-up of a jar of pumpkin cheesecake chia pudding showing layers of pumpkin chia pudding, Greek yogurt, and graham cracker pecan topping

Divide the pudding between two jars and top with 1/4 cup Greek yogurt per jar. Just before serving, sprinkle with the graham crackers and pecans so they stay crunchy.

Tips for the Creamiest Chia Pudding

🎃 Whisk everything except the seeds first. Getting the yogurt and pumpkin completely smooth before adding the chia and hemp hearts helps prevent lumps.

🎃 Don’t skip the second stir. Chia seeds can settle and clump in the first few minutes. Another good stir after 10 minutes keeps the texture even.

🎃 Use pure pumpkin purée. Pumpkin pie filling looks the same in the can, but it’s already sweetened and spiced.

🎃 Adjust the texture in the morning. Too thick? Stir in a splash of milk.

🎃 Use toasted or roasted pecans. Toasting deepens their flavor and crunch. Store-bought roasted pecans work perfectly, or toast raw ones in a dry skillet for 3–4 minutes.

Storage & Meal Prep

One of the best things about this pumpkin cheesecake chia pudding? You can make it ahead and have a delicious, nourishing breakfast ready for days.

🧊 Refrigerate: Store in airtight jars or containers for up to 4 days. The pudding will continue to thicken, so stir in a splash of milk if needed before serving.

🧊 Grab-and-go jars: Divide the pudding into individual jars and add the Greek yogurt layer ahead of time. Keep the graham crackers and pecans separate, then sprinkle them on just before eating to keep them crunchy.

🧊 Double the batch: Easily double the recipe to make 4 servings for the week.

🧊 Leftover pumpkin: Transfer the remaining pumpkin purée to an airtight container and refrigerate for 3–4 days, or freeze in ½-cup portions for your next batch.

🧊 Freezing: I don’t recommend freezing the assembled pudding, as the yogurt and chia pudding may become watery or grainy when thawed.

 

Overhead view of pumpkin cheesecake chia pudding jars topped with crushed graham crackers, pecans, and Greek yogurt dusted with cinnamon powder

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Because YOU Matter 💚

Fall has a way of filling up fast. School schedules, busy weekends, shorter days. It’s easy to let breakfast become an afterthought.

That’s exactly why I love having a jar of this waiting in the fridge. It’s a small way to take care of yourself before the day takes over. Something cozy, something that tastes like a treat, and something that actually helps you feel good.

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If this made your fall mornings a little cozier, please leave a star rating and a comment below. As a small business, every review helps others find recipes like this one. And if you share a photo on Instagram, tag me @KaleAndBerries. Seeing your jars honestly makes my day!

 

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Close-up of a jar of pumpkin cheesecake chia pudding showing layers of pumpkin chia pudding, Greek yogurt, and graham cracker pecan topping

High-Protein Pumpkin Cheesecake Chia Pudding

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  • Author: Coco Park
  • Total Time: 4 hr 10 min
  • Yield: 2 serv 1x
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Description

Creamy pumpkin chia pudding layered with tangy Greek yogurt and a toasty graham pecan crunch. It tastes like pumpkin cheesecake and gives you about 20 grams of protein per serving, with no blender or protein powder needed.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (whole-milk recommended; 2% works)
  • 1/2 cup pure pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons hemp hearts
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (whole-milk recommended; 2% works)
  • 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers (about 2 full sheets)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans

Instructions

  1. Combine the ingredientsAdd the milk, ½ cup Greek yogurt, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon juice, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to a medium bowl.
  2. Whisk until smoothWhisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the seedsAdd the chia seeds and hemp hearts to the pumpkin mixture.
  4. Stir and chillStir thoroughly to prevent clumping. Let sit for 10 minutes, then stir again. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Prepare the toppingsChop the toasted pecans and crush the graham crackers.
  6. Assemble and serveDivide the pudding between two jars. Top each with 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt, then sprinkle with crushed graham crackers and toasted pecans just before serving to keep them crunchy.

Notes

  • Meal Prep Tip: Prepare the pumpkin chia pudding ahead of time and divide it between airtight jars. Add the Greek yogurt layer, cover, and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Keep the graham crackers and pecans separate until just before serving so they stay crunchy.
  • Toasting Pecans: Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Breakfast, vegetarian
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 500 kcal
  • Sugar: 25 g
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 26 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg

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    1. I’m so glad you like it and that it gives you a little extra time for yourself! Thank you so much for sharing!

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Hi, my name is Coco

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