Food as Medicine Recipe: Low-Sugar Pumpkin Chia Mousse

🥧 A delicious Thanksgiving-inspired dessert that’s rich in fiber, omega-3s, and flavor — with almost no added sugar.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk)

• 3 tbsp chia seeds

• 1–2 tbsp monk fruit or stevia (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1⁄4 tsp nutmeg

• 1⁄4 tsp ginger

• Pinch of sea salt

Directions

1. Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until smooth.

2. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.

3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

4. Stir before serving — top with a dollop of unsweetened whipped cream or Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Optional twist: Fold in a spoonful of crushed pecans or toasted coconut flakes for texture.

Nutritional Benefits

• Pumpkin: rich in beta-carotene and fiber

• Chia seeds: support gut health and stable glucose

• Cinnamon: naturally enhances insulin sensitivity

• No refined sugar — just natural sweetness and nourishment

🩺 Doctor’s Note

At CCC Health, we believe food is medicine — especially during the holidays. Simple swaps and mindful eating can protect your energy, immunity, and joy — all season long.

Low-Sugar Pumpkin Chia Mousse PDF.pdf

Download PDF • 161KB