Autumn-apple pie chia pudding

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This blog first appeared in A Life Delicious.

Cozy up to fall and make this Autumn-Apple Pie Chia Pudding! This pudding is made with simple ingredients, is vegan and gluten-free, and tastes just like a delicious fresh baked apple pie. It is indulgent but without all the guilt. Enjoy it for breakfast, a snack or a fun dessert!

These jars are layered with creamy, apple pie flavored chia pudding, and then topped off with warm stewed cinnamon apples.

You could even get fancy an add a drizzle of my 5-Ingredient Vegan Caramel Sauce to make it more of a dessert. Either way it’s a winner!

Apple Pie Chia Pudding:

  • I like to use a full fat coconut milk for this recipe, as it lends to a rich and creamy texture.
  • You can make your own applesauce or use store-bought. If store-bought, just make sure to get one that is unsweetened.
  • Be sure to add the cinnamon because it really brings all the flavors together. (I’ve made it before without the cinnamon and it’s just not the same).
  • Adding the cinnamon gives it that warm/fall vibe and you want to taste that throughout the whole pudding.

 

Apple Pie Topping:

  • Apples – I love Honeycrisp apples, and I love to use them whenever possible. However, you can also use Ambrosia, Pink lady, or SweeTango in their place.
  • Apple Pie Spice – I use the one by McCormick and it includes a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice.
  • Lemon – The only size I had on hand was a large one. So, I only used 1/4 of it. You can do that or use 1/2 of a small lemon. By adding the lemon, it cuts some of the sweetness, and evens out all of the flavors.

 

Storage Tips:

  • Chia Pudding – You can store the pudding in one large container, or individual containers. I have listed my favorite type below. Also, please note, the pudding will keep in the fridge for up to one week.
  • Apples – I would store the apples separate from the pudding itself. When ready, warm the apples up and top each pudding.

Recipe | Autumn-Apple Pie Chia Pudding

Ingredients

PUDDING:

TOPPING:

  • 3–4 medium Honeycrisp Apples, peeled and diced
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Apple Pie Spice
  • 3 tbsp Organic Maple Syrup
  • Himalayan Pink Salt, just a pinch
  • 1/4 large Lemon, freshly squeezed juice

 

Instructions

  1. Make the pudding: To a large bowl, add the coconut milk, applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla and cinnamon. With a hand mixer, mix on medium speed until just incorporated.
  2. Blend: Mix in the chia seeds and set aside. Blend the pudding a couple of different times over the next 10 minutes. Allow to sit in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours.
  3. Make the topping: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add all of the ingredients and stir to combine. Cook the apple mixture until the mixture becomes thick and the apples are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. To assemble: Divide the pudding among 4-6 jars or containers of choice and top with apple pie filling.
  5. Serve: Enjoy immediately!

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