How to make Aplle Chia Seed Pudding

🍎 Apple Chia Seed Pudding

📝 Ingredients

For the Pudding Base:

• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• 1 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)

For the Apple Layer:

• 1 apple, peeled and chopped or grated
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1/2 tsp ghee or coconut oil (optional)
• 1–2 tsp jaggery or date syrup (adjust to taste)
• A squeeze of lemon juice (to balance sweetness)

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🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Chia Pudding

1. In a bowl or jar, mix chia seeds with almond milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and sweetener.
2. Stir well and let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to avoid clumping.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.

Step 2: Prepare the Apple Topping

1. In a small pan, heat ghee or coconut oil.
2. Add chopped or grated apple, cinnamon, and jaggery/date syrup.
3. Cook for 4–5 minutes on low flame until the apples soften slightly but still have texture.
4. Add a dash of lemon juice to enhance flavor and prevent browning. Let it cool.

Step 3: Assemble

• Take the chilled chia pudding, stir once.
• Layer with the cooked apples on top.
• Optionally, sprinkle with:
  • Crushed nuts (like almonds or walnuts)
  • A pinch of nutmeg or extra cinnamon
  • A drizzle of nut butter or more syrup

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✅ Nutrition Highlights

• Chia Seeds: Rich in fiber, protein, omega-3s
• Apples: High in antioxidants and dietary fiber
• No refined sugar: Natural sweetness from fruit and jaggery or dates

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🍏 Variations

• Use raw apples instead of cooked for a fresher taste.
• Add a spoon of Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for creaminess.
• Blend half the apple into the milk before adding chia for more apple flavor throughout.