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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Breakfast

    Pumpkin Yogurt

    Published: Oct 3, 2022 ยท Updated: Oct 10, 2022 ยท Post may contain affiliate links

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    Homemade Pumpkin Yogurt recipe is easy, delicious, satisfying, and low in added sugar. A tasty and filling breakfast or snack for the fall & winter seasons.

    blue bowl with pumpkin spiced yogurt topped with chopped pecans on a wooden cutting board
    • About Pumpkin Yogurt
      • Ingredients
        • Cost of Recipe
    • How to Make Pumpkin Yogurt
    • Recipe Tips
      • Variations
        • Ingredient Options
        • How to Make Allergy-Friendly
        • How to Fix a Mistake
      • Make-Ahead Ideas
      • Storage Suggestions
    • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Nutrition Benefits
      • What to Serve with Pumpkin Yogurt

    About Pumpkin Yogurt

    Have you ever had pumpkin yogurt? Both siggi's pumpkin spice yogurt and noosa pumpkin yogurt are delicious but can be hard to find in the store.

    Luckily, making it at home takes less than 5 minutes and can even be made ahead of time.

    All you need is yogurt, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, a touch of maple syrup, and a little vanilla (and almond extract if you're feeling fancy). Stir it all together and sprinkle with some chopped pecans. Or pumpkin seeds or walnuts.

    And you've got yourself a satisfying breakfast, a filling snack, or a lazy light lunch.

    Topping with pecans (or pumpkin seeds or walnuts) isn't mandatory and leaving them off will still give you a tasty homemade pumpkin yogurt, the nuts/seeds add crunch, flavor, nutrients, and filling fat and fiber.

    bowl of pecans, bowl of plain yogurt, bowl of pumpkin puree, bowl of maple syrup, bottle of vanilla extract, container of ground cinnamon

    Ingredients

    Yogurt: Plain Greek yogurt is recommended since you are adding pumpkin puree and maple syrup. You can also use vanilla Greek yogurt to make this recipe sweeter (or omit the maple syrup). Using regular, non-strained yogurt, makes a thinner yogurt and is not recommended.

    Pumpkin puree: 100% pumpkin puree is recommended, not pumpkin pie mix. However, if you use pumpkin pie mix, omit the maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.

    Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon gives the recipe pumpkin pie flavor. Pumpkin pie spice can be used in place of cinnamon.

    Vanilla extract: This flavor enhancer adds a richer taste. If you don't have it, you can leave it out. Yet, it's highly recommended that you add it if possible.

    Sweetener: Maple syrup was used for recipe testing, but honey or brown sugar can also be used. Start with an equal amount and add more if needed. For a sweeter flavor without adding more sugar, add a drop or two of almond extract.

    Pecans: To add crunch, flavor, and nutrients, pecans are sprinkled over this homemade pumpkin yogurt. They are optional but help the recipe to be more satisfying and filling. Pumpkin seeds, chopped walnuts, or peanuts are great options to use in place of pecans.

    Cost of Recipe

    • plain Greek yogurt ยพ cup: $0.84
    • pumpkin puree ยผ cup: $0.20
    • maple syrup 1 teaspoon: $0.05
    • ground cinnamon ยผ teaspoon: $0.02
    • vanilla extract ยผ teaspoon: $0.15
    • pecans 1 ounce: $0.52

    TOTAL COST: $1.78 (Based on San Diego grocery stores 2022)

    Note that this is not the recipe; it's simply to show the cost breakdown of ingredients. Be sure to scroll down to the full recipe to see the specific ingredients and directions.

    collage of photos with a white bowl filled with pumpkin puree, yogurt, cinnamon, maple syrup; pumpkin yogurt stirred together in a white bowl; pumpkin yogurt topped with pecans in a white bowl; yogurt in blue bowl topped with pecans

    How to Make Pumpkin Yogurt

    Time needed: 5 minutes.

    Making homemade pumpkin yogurt at home is simple.

    1. Add all the ingredients to a bowl.

    2. Stir together.

    3. Sprinkle with pecans.

    4. Enjoy!

      blue bowl of pumpkin yogurt topped with pecans on a wooden counter surrounded by pecans and cinnamon stick

    Recipe Tips

    Variations

    Ingredient Options

    Yogurt: Vanilla yogurt is an alternative to plain yogurt, but you might want to omit the maple syrup and add only if needed.

    Cinnamon: Pumpkin pie spice can be used in place of cinnamon.

    Maple syrup: Honey or brown sugar can be used in place of maple syrup. Or omit for less sugar.

    Pecans: In place of the pecans, you can use chopped walnuts or pumpkin seeds.

    How to Make Allergy-Friendly

    This homemade pumpkin yogurt is already gluten-free, egg-free, and soy-free. If you use pumpkin seeds instead of pecans, the pumpkin yogurt will be nut-free. Using dairy-free yogurt will make it dairy-free.

    How to Fix a Mistake

    Too sweet: Add an extra spoonful of plain yogurt.

    Not sweet enough: Add another teaspoon of maple syrup. If you want a sweeter flavor without adding more sugar, add one or two drops of almond extract.

    Too thin: Add an extra spoonful of yogurt and pumpkin each until it has your desired thickness.

    silver spoon, blue bowl of pumpkin yogurt topped with pecans on a wooden counter surrounded by pecans, cinnamon stick, and open can of pumpkin puree

    Make-Ahead Ideas

    This is great to make ahead of time. In fact, you could double or triple the recipe and save it for later. However, wait to add the pecans until right before serving.

    Storage Suggestions

    Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    Or store it in the freezer to use for smoothies later; this would be great to use in place of the yogurt in this Pumpkin Pie Smoothie.

    white bowl with yogurt, cinnamon, pumpkin puree, maple syrup on white counter

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can you make pumpkin yogurt in advance?

    Yes, this is a great recipe to make in advance. Double, triple, or quadruple the recipe ingredients and prepare as directed except do not sprinkle with pecans until right before serving.

    Nutrition Benefits

    This homemade pumpkin yogurt recipe is high in protein (16 grams), Vitamin A (190% RDA), calcium (20% RDA), and potassium (10% RDA).

    If you add pecans, you'll get extra nutrients and fiber totaling 4 grams of fiber thanks to the nuts and pumpkin puree.

    clear bowl of pecan halves next to a white bowl of pecan topped pumpkin yogurt

    What to Serve with Pumpkin Yogurt

    This is a balanced snack on its own. If you're eating it for a meal, add another source of carbohydrates like toast. You can also turn this into a pumpkin yogurt bowl by adding sliced fruit like apples, sprinkling with granola, and drizzling with nut butter.

    Final thoughts:

    This would be great for a holiday breakfast or snack since it's high in protein, full of satisfying fiber and fat, and lower in sugar. It's easy to adapt to your flavor and ingredient preferences. Surely, you'll love this festive, fall snack and breakfast full of pumpkin pie flavor.

    silver spoon and blue bowl of pumpkin yogurt topped with pecans on a wooden counter surrounded by pecans and open can of pumpkin puree

    MORE PUMPKIN RECIPES YOU'LL LOVE:

    • Pumpkin Banana Ice Cream
    • Spicy Pumpkin Deviled Eggs
    • Pumpkin Chili
    • Mexican Pumpkin Soup
    • Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
    • Iced Pumpkin Chai Latte
    white bowl with yogurt, cinnamon, pumpkin puree, maple syrup on white counter
    Add all the ingredients into a bowl
    silver spoon in a white bowl of pumpkin yogurt
    Stir together
    silver spoon in a white bowl of pumpkin yogurt topped with pecans
    Sprinkle with pecans
    blue bowl of pumpkin yogurt topped with pecans on a wooden counter with silver spoon surrounded by pecans and cinnamon stick

    Pumpkin Yogurt

    Homemade Pumpkin Yogurt recipe is easy, delicious, satisfying, and low in added sugar. A tasty and filling breakfast or snack for the fall & winter seasons.
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Author: Meme
    Total Cost: $1.78

    Ingredients

    • ยพ cup Greek yogurt plain
    • ยผ cup pumpkin 100% puree
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    • ยผ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ยผ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 ounce pecans optional

    Instructions

    • Stir together yogurt, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until completely combined. 
    • Add in the chopped pecans, and enjoy!

    Notes

    *Honey or brown sugar can be used in place of maple syrup. Or omit for less sugar.
    *If you want a sweeter flavor without adding more sugar, add a drop or two of almond extract.
    *In place of the pecans, use chopped walnuts, peanuts, or pumpkin seeds. 
    *1-ounce pecans is about 4 chopped tablespoons or 16 halves.
    Did you try this recipe?Be sure to leave a comment & recipe rating below. Bonus points for tagging @memeinge & #livingwellkitchen on Instagram! THANK YOU! xo

    Meme

    Originally published on November 11, 2014. Text, recipe, and photos updated.


    Pumpkin Yogurt Nutrition Facts without pecans

    Nutrition Facts
    Pumpkin Yogurt
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    135
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    0.3
    g
    2
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.03
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    8
    mg
    3
    %
    Sodium
     
    58
    mg
    3
    %
    Potassium
     
    357
    mg
    10
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    16
    g
    5
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    11
    g
    12
    %
    Protein
     
    16
    g
    32
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    9540
    IU
    191
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    3
    mg
    4
    %
    Calcium
     
    195
    mg
    20
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    and with pecans...

    nutrition facts label for pumpkin yogurt with pecans with 331 calories, 21 grams fat, 20 grams carbs, 5 grams fiber, 19 grams protein

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    Comments

    1. Regan @ Cabot Creamery says

      November 13, 2014 at 3:39 am

      I'm with you... breakfast won't be overlooked if I'm at the table ๐Ÿ™‚ Yummy!

      Reply
    2. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 13, 2014 at 7:59 am

      I love how you can throw pumpkin into anything! So great!

      Reply
    3. Kristina @ Love & Zest says

      November 13, 2014 at 11:59 am

      5 stars
      This looks really good ๐Ÿ™‚ I love pumpkin yogurt from Trader Joe's and Siggis too.

      Reply
    4. Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says

      November 13, 2014 at 12:05 pm

      You wrote this post for me, right?! ๐Ÿ˜‰ so many great things to do with pumpkin. I mixed it with ricotta the other night and spread it on crostini!

      Reply
      • Meme says

        November 13, 2014 at 6:13 pm

        I did!! It's the best way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. I love love love your idea to mix with ricotta! Genius ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    5. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

      November 18, 2014 at 1:05 pm

      This really looks like the perfect breakfast to me! Easy, delicious and nutritious- you can't beat that!

      Reply
    6. Farrah says

      September 12, 2016 at 7:38 pm

      This looks delicious, and I love how easy it is to make! ๐Ÿ˜€ Can't wait to try it for breakfast this weekend!

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