Pin It A creamy, wholesome pudding layered with fresh apple and rich peanut butter—perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack.
I first made this apple-chia pudding on a busy morning when I needed something quick but satisfying. The blend of creamy chia base with tart apple and nutty peanut butter made it an instant favorite.
Ingredients
- Pudding Base: 2 cups (480 ml) unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice), 1/2 cup (80 g) chia seeds, 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Apple Layer: 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Peanut Butter Swirl: 4 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- Garnish (optional): 2 tbsp chopped roasted peanuts, apple slices, a drizzle of maple syrup
Instructions
- Make the Pudding Base:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Let sit for 10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until thickened.
- Prepare the Apple Layer:
- In a small bowl, toss diced apples with lemon juice and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Layer and Assemble:
- When ready to serve, stir the chia pudding well. Spoon a layer of pudding into serving glasses or bowls, add a layer of apple mixture, then swirl in 1 tablespoon of peanut butter per serving. Repeat layers if desired.
- Add Garnish:
- Top with chopped peanuts, apple slices, and a drizzle of maple syrup if using.
Pin It This recipe quickly became a go-to for family breakfasts—my kids especially love building their own layers and adding extra apples.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, measuring cups and spoons, serving glasses or bowls
Allergen Information
Contains peanuts (peanut butter), tree nuts if using almond milk. Always check labels for gluten-free certification. For nut allergies, choose safe alternatives.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 260, Total Fat: 13 g, Carbohydrates: 29 g, Protein: 7 g
Pin It Serve chilled for a refreshing start to your day or as a nourishing snack anytime.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How long should the chia mixture chill?
Chill the chia mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight for the best thickened texture.
- → Can I substitute almond milk with other milks?
Yes, coconut milk or any preferred milk can be used to adjust creaminess and flavor.
- → Is there a nut-free alternative for peanut butter?
Sunflower seed butter works well as a nut-free alternative to peanut butter in this dish.
- → How can the apple layer be varied?
Try swapping apples with pears or berries for a different fruity twist while maintaining freshness.
- → What is the best way to serve this dish?
Serve in layered portions with peanut butter swirled in between and topped with chopped nuts and apple slices.