Description
A nutritious and delicious Apple Crumble Chia Pudding featuring creamy plant-based chia pudding, sweet stewed apples, and a crunchy nutty crumble. This wholesome vegan breakfast or snack combines warming spices and wholesome ingredients for a comforting, satisfying 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
Optional For Serving
- Extra apple butter
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Blend Chia Pudding Base: Add the plant-based yogurt, apple butter, medjool date, yellow miso paste (if using), vanilla extract, cinnamon, cardamom, kosher salt, and soy milk into a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Combine and Soak Chia Seeds: Pour the blended mixture into a storage container or bowl. Add chia seeds and whisk thoroughly to combine. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the chia seeds to absorb liquid and swell. Whisk again to break up any clumps, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour to let it thicken fully.
- Prepare the Crumble: Place the gluten-free rolled oats, walnuts or pecans, medjool dates, and a pinch of salt into a mini food processor. Pulse until the mixture breaks down into a crumbly texture resembling traditional crumble topping.
- Cook the Stewed Apples: Heat a sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add the diced or sliced apples, maple syrup, cinnamon, water, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine. Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, while the apples soften and the liquid reduces. Add small splashes of water if needed to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Apple Crumble Chia Pudding: Divide the chilled chia pudding evenly into 3 jars or serving containers. Top each pudding with an equal portion of the stewed apples, then sprinkle with about 2 tablespoons of the crumble topping. Optionally, serve with extra apple butter and a drizzle of maple syrup for added sweetness and flavor.
Notes
- You can blend the pudding mixture in a long glass storage jar using an immersion blender to reduce dishes. After blending, add chia seeds directly to the jar and whisk, then refrigerate without transferring.
- To prevent chia seeds clumping, whisk the mixture twice—once immediately after combining and again after 5 minutes of resting.
- If you prefer a thinner pudding consistency, add small splashes of soy milk while whisking to loosen the pudding as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
