APPLE PIE PROTEIN CHIA PUDDING (GF, DF)
on Apr 16, 2025, Updated Jun 23, 2025
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Creamy chia seed pudding is infused with fall flavors and topped with a fresh apple and cinnamon topping for the ultimate morning meal. Add some granola for a crunchy topping.
Chia pudding is a delicious, well-balanced meal that also happens to be full of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. This Apple Pie Protein Chia Pudding adds a just-sweet-enough finish and turns this year-round meal into a festive dish.
I’ve become a protein fanatic over the last few years, and for good reason. Protein is essential for building muscle and for post-workout recovery.
Getting a good 30 grams of protein for each of my main meals helps me feel my best throughout the day. Adding a scoop of protein powder (my favorite right now is Ritual Essential Protein Powder) ensures that this breakfast keeps me satisfied until lunchtime.
I suggest going ahead and making a few jars of this chia pudding. It’s a great make-ahead meal for busy weekday mornings when all you have time for is to grab something out of the fridge and be on your way. Enjoy!
Ingredients for Apple Pie Chia Pudding
- Nut Milk: I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but any type of nut milk will do! I like @threetreesfoods and @malkorganics because they use simple, clean ingredients.
- Protein Powder: Ritual Essential Protein Powder is my favorite right now! It tastes amazing and doesn’t bother my stomach.
- Chia Seeds: Full of fiber and healthy omegas, chia seeds are one of earth’s most nutrient-dense seeds.
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Pin It- Apple + Applesauce: For the delicious topping, you’ll need to cook down a small, cubed apple. Any variety will do. As for applesauce, look for a brand with no added sugars or preservatives.
- Cinnamon: It wouldn’t be apple pie without cinnamon, am I right??
- Coconut Sugar: I don’t like the pudding to be overly sweet, so I only added a tablespoon of coconut sugar. You can add more or less depending on your preference.
- Arrowroot Starch: This thickener helps bind the cinnamon apple mixture, making it more of a compote-like consistency. You can also use an equal amount of cornstarch if you don’t have arrowroot starch.
- Gluten-Free Granola: A crunchy topping is the perfect addition here. You can make your own granola (see my Maple Peanut Butter Granola) or use a store-bought variety (I like Purely Elizabeth).
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How to Make Apple Chia Pudding
Make the chia pudding
First, add the chia seeds, nut milk, vanilla protein powder, applesauce, cinnamon, and salt to a bowl and whisk until well combined.
Let the mixture settle for 5 to 10 minutes and then whisk again until there are no clumps. Cover and store in the fridge overnight or for at least 3 hours.
Make the cinnamon apples
Add the apples, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and coconut oil to a small saucepan. Sauté over medium low heat for 7 minutes.
In a small glass, combine the water and arrowroot starch and stir until there are no lumps. Add the slurry to the saucepan, stirring to incorporate. Cook for 1 to 2 more minutes while the apples get nice and saucy.
Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Assemble the chia puddings
Divide the chia pudding between two pint-sized jars and top with the apple compote.
Enjoy immediately with a few spoonfuls of granola or store in the fridge for up to 5 days and top with granola when ready to eat.
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APPLE PIE PROTEIN CHIA PUDDING (GF, DF)
Ingredients
For the Chia Pudding:
- 1 ¾ cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 scoop protein powder (I used Ritual Essential Protein Powder)
- ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- ⅓ cup applesauce
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
For the Cinnamon Apples:
- 1 small apple, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon arrowroot starch or cornstarch
For Serving:
- Gluten-free granola (homemade or store bought)
Instructions
Make the Chia Pudding:
- Add the chia seeds, nut milk, vanilla protein powder, applesauce, cinnamon, and salt to a bowl and whisk until well combined.
- Let the mixture settle for 5 to 10 minutes and then whisk again until there are no clumps.
- Cover and store in the fridge overnight or for at least 3 hours.
Make the Cinnamon Apples:
- Add the apples, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and coconut oil to a small saucepan. Sauté over medium low heat for 7 minutes.
- In a small glass, combine the water and arrowroot starch and stir until there are no lumps. Add the slurry to the saucepan, stirring to incorporate. Cook for 1 to 2 more minutes while the apples get nice and saucy.
- Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Assemble the Chia Puddings:
- Divide the chia pudding between two pint-sized jars and top with the apple compote.
- Enjoy immediately with a few spoonfuls of granola or store in the fridge for up to 5 days and top with granola when ready to eat.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
