This apple and cinnamon chia seed pudding is delicious, comforting and so simple to make! This easy recipe brings together the cozy combination of apples and cinnamon – perfect for breakfast, dessert or a warming snack!
Celebrate apple season with more of our apple recipes including our fresh apple, orange and carrot juice and green kale and apple smoothie recipe!
There is nothing like the warm and comforting flavor combination of apple and cinnamon… perfect with the seasons changing! So we are excited to share this incredible recipe with you – especially as it’s apple season!
This apple and cinnamon pudding features warming spiced flavors and caramelised apples – bringing you a classic apple pie taste in a simple and healthier way! This recipe is the ultimate fall and winter treat – when we want warm spiced flavors for extra comfort (just like our pumpkin spice chocolate quinoa bark recipe and cozy pumpkin pancake recipe)!
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Why this Recipe Works
- Quick and easy – no need to wait overnight to make this chia seed pudding. This method is similar to our pineapple chia seed pudding recipe – which skips the step of waiting overnight for the pudding to form! So a great option if you want something quick and easy!
- Comforting, simple and delicious – classic and delicious flavors, made in a simple way
- Versatile and nutritious – this recipe works as a dessert, snack or sweet breakfast – made without using refined sugar! Apples are nutritious and rich in fiber and antioxidants. Plus chia seeds are a great source of protein, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Gluten-free friendly – this recipe contains ingredients which are naturally gluten-free. Always be sure to double check labels to ensure no cross contamination with gluten-containing food.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Apple: use Braeburn or gala apples, which are sweeter and bring a lovely apple flavor to this pudding. Leave apple skin on for more fiber in this recipe.
- Chia seeds: used to create a creamy pudding-like texture when mixed with the blended apple-milk mixture.
- Milk: Use dairy or non-dairy milk for creaminess. Almond milk keeps it vegan and light, while dairy milk adds richness.
- Cinnamon powder: for warmth to perfectly complement the apples
- Maple syrup: to sweeten the pudding and also whilst caramelizing the apples
- Vanilla extract: to enhance the flavor of the pudding. Look for pure vanilla extract (with no added sugar)
See recipe card for a full quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
- Coconut: Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top for added crunch.
- Milk options: Use coconut milk or almond milk to make this vegan-friendly. Regular dairy milk adds a richness to this pudding.
How to make
Step 1: Blend apple and milk. Start by cutting dicing half of the apple. Blend with ¼ cup of milk until smooth.
Step 2: Heat the apple and chia mixture. Pour the blended apple and milk mixture into a pan. Add chia seeds and ½ tablespoon maple syrup. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring continuously for about 3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Step 3: Combine with cinnamon milk. Blend the remaining ¼ cup of cold milk with cinnamon and vanilla extract until smooth. Add in the apple chia mixture and stir until well combined. Transfer into a glass and place in the fridge.
Step 4: Caramelize the remaining diced apples. Dice the remaining half of the apple into small chunks. Heat a pan and add the apples with ½ tablespoon water, cook for a few minutes on medium-high heat. Add ½ tablespoon maple syrup and ½ teaspoon vanilla, stir to coat the apples and cook for another 2 minutes or until caramelized.
Step 5: Add caramelized apples on top of the pudding and place back in the fridge for at least 20 minutes or until ready to serve. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Keep stirring: Continuously stir the chia mixture while heating to prevent clumping and create a creamy texture.
- Blending the apple chunks: Blending the diced apple chunks with the milk infuses a sweet, fresh apple flavor into the chia mixture. This enhances the taste and provides a way to naturally sweeten the pudding.
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How to Serve Apple and Cinnamon Chia Seed Pudding
Serve this cinnamon apple pie chia pudding fresh from the fridge, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon for that comforting apple pie flavor. Pair it with flaked almonds and vegan or Greek yogurt for extra protein.
Enjoy with more naturally sweetened recipes including our mini chocolate peanut butter tartlets and no-bake chocolate chip cookies recipe!
For a comforting and cozy meal, serve this for dessert after a bowl of roasted butternut squash soup, caramelised sprouts, one-pot vegetable ratatouille and our fresh sourdough garlic bread recipe!
Recipe FAQs
This recipe works best with a fresh apple - using applesauce will affect the texture of this recipe.
This apple and cinnamon chia seed pudding contains nutrient-rich ingredients such as apple and chia seeds. Chia seeds are a source of antioxidants. This is a good option to satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthier way without refined sugar.
Yes. If you prefer the traditional method, simply combine all ingredients and let the pudding set in the fridge for 4-6 hours or overnight. Note: this will increase the quantity of chia seed pudding as we are not heating the mixture.
Store any leftover chia pudding in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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Apple and Cinnamon Chia Seed Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 apple cored and diced
- ½ cup milk dairy or non-dairy
- 3 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon plus more for sprinkling
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup refined sugar-free
Instructions
- Blend half of the diced apples with ¼ cup of milk until smooth.
- Pour the blended apple and milk mixture into a pan. Add chia seeds and ½ tablespoon maple syrup. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring continuously for about 3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Blend the remaining ¼ cup of cold milk with cinnamon and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add in the apple chia mixture and stir until well combined. Transfer into a glass and place in the fridge.
- Heat a pan and add the remaining half of diced apples with ½ tablespoon water, cook for a few minutes on medium-high heat. Add ½ tablespoon maple syrup and ½ teaspoon vanilla, stir to coat the apples and cook for another 2 minutes or until caramelized.
- Add caramelized apples on top of the pudding and place back in the fridge for at least 20 minutes or until ready to serve. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving and enjoy!
Notes
- Keep stirring: Continuously stir the chia mixture while heating to prevent clumping and create a creamy texture.
- Blending the apple chunks: Blending the diced apple chunks with the milk infuses a sweet, fresh apple flavor into the chia mixture. This enhances the taste and provides a way to naturally sweeten the pudding.
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Perfect for a delicious and comforting snack, dessert or sweet breakfast!