Apple Chia Pudding Peanut Butter (Print Version)

A creamy chia blend layered with fresh apple and peanut butter for a wholesome, easy treat.

# Components:

→ Pudding Base

01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
02 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Apple Layer

05 - 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Peanut Butter Swirl

08 - 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

→ Garnish (optional)

09 - 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts
10 - Apple slices
11 - A drizzle of maple syrup

# Directions:

01 - Whisk almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Let rest for 10 minutes, stir to eliminate clumps, then cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours until thickened.
02 - Combine diced apples with lemon juice and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
03 - Stir chia pudding thoroughly. In serving glasses or bowls, layer pudding, then apple mixture, and swirl in 1 tablespoon peanut butter per serving. Repeat layers if desired.
04 - Top servings with chopped roasted peanuts, apple slices, and an optional drizzle of maple syrup.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy texture and sweet apple layers make it a delightful breakfast or snack
  • No cooking required and entirely gluten-free with nutritious chia seeds
02 -
  • This pudding keeps well chilled for up to 3 days
  • For nut allergies, sunflower seed butter can replace peanut butter and use oat milk instead of almond milk
03 -
  • Use coconut milk for extra creaminess and flavor
  • Switch up the fruit with pears or berries for variety
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