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This Apple Chia Seed Pudding is the perfect make-ahead breakfast! It is a delicious egg-free breakfast option that everybody will love, and the topping taste like a healthy apple pie filling! This seasonal breakfast is gluten-free, paleo and vegan.
Apple Chia Seed Pudding Breakfast
If you don’t know what chia seed pudding is, you are definitely going to read this! Chia seed pudding is simply chia seeds that are thickened with a milk of choice until they’ve reached a pudding like consistency. It’s an easy and healthy breakfast option that is simple to make. I love chia seeds because of their nutritional value, and I really enjoy the texture. So it’s a no brainer to use them to make Apple Chia Seed Pudding. And now that Fall is in the air (and the farm is stocking up with my favorite Fall produce), I wanted to mix in something warm, like warm apple pie filling infused with just the right amount of cinnamon. You with me on this one? Packed with nutrients, delicious, and filling.
Apple Chia Seed Pudding Ingredients
- Chia seeds
- Almond milk
- Apples
- Honey or Maple Syrup
- Cinnamon
- Raisins
Are chia seeds paleo and healthy?
Yes! Chia seeds are a Paleo-friendly and nutrient-dense. They’re easy to digest and can even aid in digestion by helping this move along! They are also contain omega-3’s which means they’re not only good for your body but also good for your brain!
Benefits of Chia Seeds:
- Loaded with iron, calcium, omega 3′s, magnesium, and antioxidants
- Mineral powerhouse
- Natural detoxifier
- Improves health of hair, skin, and nails
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (above serving) contains 11g fiber and 4g protein
How long will this apple chia pudding last?
Chia pudding will last for a few days in the refrigerator, up to about 5. It’s preferable to store the apple filling separate from the chia seed pudding, but it will still hold up alright if you’d like to completely make this ahead of time.
The recipe can easily be halved, double or tripled for an easy grab and go breakfast or healthy snack.
If you like this healthy make-ahead breakfast, check out these others:
- Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats (Gluten-Free)
- Golden Milk Latte Overnight Oats (with Collagen!)
- Bananas Foster Chia Pudding [Video]
- 30 Smoothie Freezer Packs (Budget-Friendly)
Baked Apple Pie Chia Pudding
Ingredients
For Chia Pudding:
- 4 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
For Apple Pie Filling:
- 1 large apple peeled, cored and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup water or more as needed
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Pinch cinnamon
- 2 tablespoon golden raisins
Instructions
- In a bowl combine chia seeds, almond milk, and cinnamon. Place in fridge for 1-2 hours or overnight until the mixture is thickened.
- Meanwhile, add apple filling ingredients to a medium pot. Cook, covered, over medium heat, for 5 minutes. Remove cover and continue to cook, stirring occasionally and adding additionally water if needed, until the apples are tender, about 5 more minutes. Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- To assemble, mix half of the apple filling with the chia seed pudding. Divide into bowls (or meal prep containers) and top with remaining apple mixture.
Delicious! I usually add sweetener to the chia pudding mix, but once the apple topping is all mixed in it all balances out perfectly!
I love this recipe. All those flavours really help me starting my day. Super healthy ! Thanks
I know this post is 5 years old, but I just found it via pinterst. I had to comment to tell you how wonderful it was! I made this and another recipe from another site (peanut butter and blueberry flavor) and this blew that one away! It was so tasty. I upped the cinnamon just a smidge because i love cinnamon, and didnt bother reheating my left over apple compote – just threw it on top – and it was still fabulous! One of my go to breakfasts is oatmeal with apples added, so this was a perfect replacement!
Could you substitute coconut milk for the almond milk?
Yes.
This was very good and made for a great afternoon snack! Thanks for the recipe 🙂
I pretty sure there are just a few recipes left to try until I run out! Once again, you are amazing. This tasted amazing.