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    Overnight Apple Pie Chia Pudding

    Sep 26, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    This healthy recipe for overnight apple pie chia pudding is perfect for breakfast! It is a gluten free and dairy free recipe made with chia seeds, cinnamon, applesauce and almond milk. This apple cinnamon chia seed pudding can be made ahead and is a great quick snack.

    a glass of overnight apple pie chia pudding with walnuts on top next to fresh apples.

    I think chia pudding gets a bad rap for being too runny or having a bad consistency. This recipe makes a very thick chia seed pudding that actually feels like pudding. I then layered it with a simple, homemade apple pie filling and add walnuts on top for some crunch.

    If you are looking for other apple recipes you might also enjoy my Easy Instant Pot Apple Cider, this Gluten Free Apple Almond Cake, my Gluten Free Air Fryer Apple Fritters, this Cranberry Apple Crisp or my Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole recipes.

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    a glass of overnight apple pie chia pudding with chopped walnuts on top next to fresh apples.

    Ingredients

    • Chia Seeds
    • Almond Milk
    • Apple Sauce
    • Maple Syrup
    • Ground Cinnamon
    • Apple Pie Spice
    • Apples
    • Coconut Oil
    • Brown Sugar
    • Sea Salt
    • Walnuts

    Instructions

    To make the chia pudding, in an air tight container add the chia seeds, milk, apple sauce, maple syrup, cinnamon and apple pie spice. Stir to combine. Refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours for a thick chia pudding.

    To make the apple topping in a frying pan over medium heat add the coconut oil, finely chopped apples, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, apple pie spice and sea salt. Heat to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until the apple is softened and browned.

    You can prepare this with chia pudding in a bowl with the apple topping over it or you can layer the chia pudding and apple topping for a parfait.

    I like to top my overnight apple pie chia pudding with chopped walnuts to add some crunch. You can use whatever nut or seed you like. I think the crunch really makes chia pudding delicious.

    Substitutions

    • Pears - instead of apples pears are also delicious in this recipe
    • Date Syrup - the maple syrup can easily be replaced with date syrup
    • Seeds - you can use sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for a nut free version

    Supplies

    I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

    Storage

    You can store the chia pudding and the apple topping separate in sealed containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    I also like to mix the chia pudding and apple topping together in one container or layer the two in individual containers so I have two breakfasts ready to eat in the fridge.

    Top tip

    To get a pudding consistency with your apple sauce chia pudding it is important to let the mixture chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours. Leaving the pudding in the fridge overnight will help it to set up completely.

    Adding nuts or seeds on top gives the chia pudding parfaits a really great crunch and adds some extra nutrients.

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    Overnight Apple Pie Chia Pudding


    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 3 servings
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    This healthy recipe for overnight apple pie chia pudding is perfect for breakfast! It is a gluten free and dairy free recipe made with chia seeds, cinnamon, applesauce and almond milk. This apple cinnamon chia seed pudding can be made ahead and is a great quick snack.


    Ingredients

    Chia Pudding:
    ½ cup Chia Seeds
    1 ½ cups Almond Milk
    ¼ cup Applesauce
    2 tablespoon Maple Syrup
    1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
    ½ teaspoon Apple Pie Spice

    Apple Topping:
    2 medium Apples, cored, peeled and finely chopped
    1 tablespoon Coconut Oil
    2 tablespoon Maple Syrup
    1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
    ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
    ½ teaspoon Apple Pie Spice
    ¼ teaspoon Sea Salt

    Chopped Walnuts, optional topping


    Instructions

    To make the chia pudding, in an air tight container add the chia seeds, milk, apple sauce, maple syrup, cinnamon and apple pie spice. Stir to combine. Refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours for a thick chia pudding.

    To make the apple topping in a frying pan over medium heat add the coconut oil, finely chopped apples, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, apple pie spice and sea salt. Heat to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until the apple is softened and browned.

    You can prepare this with chia pudding in a bowl with the apple topping over it or you can layer the chia pudding and apple topping for a parfait.

    I like to top my overnight apple pie chia pudding with chopped walnuts to add some crunch. You can use whatever nut or seed you like. I think the crunch really makes chia pudding delicious.

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Breakfast, Snacks
    • Method: Stove Top
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

    Keywords: healthy, breakfast, fruit, cinnamon, chia seeds, dairy free, applesauce, snack, chia pudding

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    FAQ

    How long should chia seeds soak for pudding?

    To get a good pudding consistency chia seeds should soak for at least 6 hours to overnight. If you want a runnier chia pudding you can cut down the soak time so your chia pudding isn't as thick.

    Is chia pudding actually good for your?

    Chia seeds are full of omega-3 fatty acids which is a good fat that promotes joint and heart health. They are also rich in soluble fiber that benefits blood sugar and gut health.

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