Description
This Apple Crumble Chia Pudding is a wholesome and comforting breakfast or snack that combines creamy chia pudding infused with apple butter and warm spices, topped with a crunchy nut and oat crumble and tender stewed apples. It’s a nutrient-packed, gluten-free, and plant-based recipe that layers textures and flavors beautifully to create a delicious and healthy treat.
Ingredients
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Chia Pudding
- 1/3 cup unsweetened plain plant-based yogurt
- 3 tbsp apple butter
- 1 medjool date
- 1 tsp yellow miso paste (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cardamom
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt or more to taste
- 3/4 cup soy milk
- 1/3 cup chia seeds
Crumble
- 3 tbsp gluten-free rolled oats
- 3 tbsp walnuts or pecans
- 2 medjool dates
Stewed Apples
- 2 apples, diced or thinly sliced
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup water
- Pinch of salt
Optional for Serving
- Extra apple butter
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Blend the chia pudding base: In a blender cup, combine the plant-based yogurt, apple butter, medjool date, yellow miso paste (if using), vanilla extract, cinnamon, cardamom, kosher salt, and soy milk. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform.
- Mix chia seeds and soak: Pour the blended mixture into a storage container or bowl and add the chia seeds. Whisk thoroughly to combine and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the chia seeds to swell. After settling, whisk again well to remove any clumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour, or until the pudding thickens.
- Prepare the crumble topping: Place gluten-free rolled oats, walnuts or pecans, medjool dates, and a pinch of salt into a mini food processor. Pulse until the mixture forms a crumbly texture, similar to a coarse crumble topping.
- Cook the stewed apples: Heat a sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add the diced apples, maple syrup, cinnamon, 1/4 cup water, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add small splashes of water as necessary to keep the apples from sticking. Continue cooking until the apples have softened and most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Assemble the jars: Divide the chilled chia pudding equally between three serving jars or bowls. Add an even layer of the warm stewed apples on top of each. Finally, sprinkle the prepared oat and nut crumble over the apples. Optionally, serve with extra apple butter and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- To save dishes, blend the pudding ingredients in a tall glass jar using an immersion blender. After blending, add chia seeds directly to the jar, whisk, cover, and refrigerate.
- Whisking the chia mixture twice prevents clumps by breaking up chia seed clusters during soaking.
- If you prefer a thinner chia pudding, add additional soy milk a little at a time while mixing until you reach your desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
