Warm Pumpkin Chia and Hemp Pudding
A cozy, comforting evening bowl blending sweet pumpkin puree with nutrient-dense chia and hemp seeds. It delivers steady fiber and healthy fats in a light, blood-sugar-friendly snack.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by ERNESTINE + Lila
ERNESTINE created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
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Prep
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Total
10 min
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Instructions
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Next: Combine the pumpkin puree and almond milk
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Combine the pumpkin puree and almond milk
In a small microwave-safe glass bowl, combine the pumpkin puree and almond milk.
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Heat in the microwave on HIGH for…
Heat in the microwave on HIGH for 30 to 45 seconds until lukewarm.
Look for: lukewarm
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Stir in the chia seeds
Stir in the chia seeds, hemp hearts, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until evenly blended.
Look for: evenly blended
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Let the bowl stand for 5 minutes…
Let the bowl stand for 5 minutes so the chia seeds can absorb the liquid and thicken to a pudding texture.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Give it one final stir and serve…
Give it one final stir and serve warm.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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