When you’re longing for all things pumpkin but summer is still hanging on, make my cool, creamy, protein-packed Pumpkin Pie Yogurt with Chocolate Chips. It’s a delicious, low fat, low carb THM FP and makes a perfect snack. Or pack it to go!
Today is the the last day in August I’ll publish a new recipe for you. My plan was a fun new popsicle recipe.
However, sometimes plans don’t go the way you plan them, right? Like when you forget that you have to work and there’s just no time to get those popsicles made, tested, and photographed.
That means plan B! And while I wanted my last August post to be something summery, my plan B includes pumpkin.
It’s almost that time. My absolute favorite time of year…Autumn…Fall…Pumpkin Spice Season. So, I’m combining something cool in honor of summer with something pumpkin and spice in honor of Autumn.
Say hello to my Pumpkin Pie Yogurt with Chocolate Chips!
How To Make This Easy, Low Fat, Low Carb Recipe.
What Is Skyr? Can I Just Use Greek Yogurt?
Skyr is an Icelandic cultured dairy product similar to Greek yogurt. It’s been made for centuries and powered the Vikings!
Skyr is thick and tangy, full of protein, and healthy probiotic cultures. It’s usually thicker than Greek yogurt as skyr is strained more. It also has a bit milder flavor.
If you don’t have skyr, regular non-fat Greek or strained yogurt is just fine.
I personally prefer skyr and was excited to find it at Aldi for a fraction of the cost of well-known brands such as Siggi’s.
Want to try making your own? Save some store-bought to start your own batch and give this recipe a try.
You simply mix together the skyr, sweetener, spices, and vanilla then top with sugar free chocolate chips.
If you find you’re out of pumpkin pie spice, no worries! I have an easy recipe for you: Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice.
What Chocolate Chips Should I Use?
For the THM (Trim Healthy Mama) plan we ideally use sugar free chocolate chips sweetened with stevia and erythritol. For this recipe I used Lily’s Dark Chocolate Chips as I just happened to find them at the store.
I also highly recommend the Trim Healthy Mama chocolate chips. They do not contain inulin, which may cause some gastric upset for some people. They also do not contain any soy. They’re the perfect chocolate chip for the purist!
Also, if you like making your own chocolate chips, give these recipes a try:
- Stevia Sweetened Chocolate Chips by Wonderfully Made and Dearly Loved
- 30-Minute Naturally Sweetened Chocolate Chips (made sugar free) from Traditional Cooking School
Want More Pumpkin Recipes?
I’m working on building my pumpkin recipes collection. Give these a try!
Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream – THM S, dairy free.
No Bake Pumpkin Pie with Gingersnap Crust – THM S
Pumpkin Scones with Pecan Brown Butter Glaze – THM S
Pumpkin Spice French Toast – THM E
How To Fit This THM FP Recipe Into Your Meal Plan This Week.
This recipe makes 2 half-cup servings with 15 grams of protein each. Or, 1 full-cup serving with 30 grams of protein.
Since it’s so rich in protein it’s perfect for a simple, quick meal on a busy day.
This recipe also transports well. Pack it for lunch, picnics, camping, or travel.
TIP: If you’d like to make this an S, simply stir in some MCT oil. If you’re new to MCT oil, start small and work your way up to more as too much at first may cause gastric upset for some people.
Finally, this light recipe makes a delicious dessert, too. Since it’s a THM FP recipe, it works for any THM fuel type meal (except for Deep S).
Here are a few suggestions to add to your meal plan this week:
THM S Meals
Breakfast:
- 1 Cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt with Chocolate Chips + 2 teaspoons MCT oil mixed in.
- Coffee, tea, or (my favorite) Dandy Blend with cream or half and half
Lunch:
- Big, green salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing
- Bowl of Garlic and Rosemary Tomato Soup
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt for dessert
Supper:
- Cheesy Chicken and Bacon Casserole
- Steamed green beans
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt for dessert
THM E Meals
Breakfast
- 1 cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt
- 2 Quinoa and Sweet Potato Pancakes
- Hot beverage of choice
Lunch:
- Simple Seasoned Lentils
- Fresh veggie dippers with Easy Ranch Dressing (FP style) for dipping
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt for dessert
Supper:
- Baked chicken or turkey breast
- Easy Herbed Quinoa (or Brown Rice)
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt for dessert
THM FP Meals
Breakfast:
- 1 cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt
- Hot or cold beverage of choice
Lunch:
- Big green salad with lots of veggies and Easy Ranch Dressing (FP style)
- 1 cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt
- Hot or cold beverage of choice
Supper:
- Loaded Fotato Soup (page 117 in first THM Cookbook)
- Steamed broccoli
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin Pie Yogurt for dessert
See how easy it is to incorporate this simple, healthy recipe into your meal planning? Whether for breakfast, lunch, supper, or a snack it’s sure to satisfy that craving for something pumpkin spice.
All without a lot of work, turning on the oven, or heating up the kitchen! Plus, it’s perfect for making ahead for quick grab-n-go meals and snacks.
Pumpkin Pie Yogurt with Chocolate Chips | THM FP, Low Fat, Low Carb
Cool, creamy, protein-packed skyr (or nonfat Greek yogurt) with pumpkin, spice, and sweetened with stevia. Easy, perfect for snacks, dessert, packing for on-the-go, this THM FP recipe is just what you need when you crave the pumpkin things but it's too hot outside for lattes and pies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup skyr (or nonfat Greek yogurt)
- 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon THM Super Sweet, or desired sweetener to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons sugar free chocolate chips
- OPTIONAL: 1- 3 teaspoons MCT oil (to make a THM S)
Instructions
- Mix together the skyr, pumpkin, sweetener, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla.
- Top with chocolate chips and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition Information Notes
Nutrition information is for 1/2 recipe (1/2 cup)
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1/2 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 105.1Total Fat: 1.3gSaturated Fat: 0.7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 6.7mgSodium: 4.9mgCarbohydrates: 11gNet Carbohydrates: 3.8gFiber: 3.3gSugar: 2.8gSugar Alcohols: 3.9gProtein: 15g
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