Apple Crumble Chia Pudding
This Apple Crumble Chia Pudding is SO DELICIOUS! Creamy chia pudding layered with warm cinnamon apples and crunchy oat crumble makes a wholesome, cozy treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or fork
- Baking Sheet
- Spatula
- Glass jars or serving bowls
- Saucepan
Ingredients
For the Chia Pudding Base:
- 1 cup chia seeds
- 4 cups almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch salt
For the Cinnamon Apples:
- 2 apples cored and diced
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or agave
For the Apple Crumble Topping:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
Prepare the Chia Pudding Base
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of chia seeds with 4 cups of almond milk. Whisk well to prevent clumps. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Stir again and let this mixture sit for about 10 minutes, then whisk once more to keep it smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until it thickens to a creamy pudding consistency.
Cook the Apples with Cinnamon
- While the chia pudding sets, place the diced apples in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup or agave to the apples. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften but still hold their shape, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Make the Apple Crumble Topping
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup almond flour, and 1/4 cup chopped nuts. Melt 1/4 cup coconut oil and drizzle it into the dry ingredients along with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Stir until the mixture clumps together. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crunchy.
Assemble Your Apple Crumble Chia Pudding
- Once the chia pudding is set and the apple topping has cooled, layer the pudding in serving bowls or jars. Start with a few spoonfuls of chia pudding, add a layer of cinnamon apples, then sprinkle generously with the crumble topping. Repeat layers if desired and finish with a final sprinkle of crumble and a dash of cinnamon for an extra cozy touch.
Notes
- Store crumble topping separately to maintain crunch before serving.
- Use different plant-based milks or sweeteners to customize flavor and dietary needs.
- Cook apples just until tender to avoid mushy texture and preserve shape.
- Omit nuts or substitute with seeds for nut-free version.
- Refrigerate pudding at least 4 hours or overnight for best consistency.