Caramel Apple Chia Pudding with Cinnamon and Yogurt Recipe
This Caramel Apple Chia Pudding with Cinnamon and Yogurt is a nutritious, creamy, and delicious breakfast or snack option. Made with Greek yogurt, almond milk, dates, maple syrup, cinnamon, diced apples, and chia seeds, this pudding blends natural sweetness and spice for a cozy fall flavor. It’s easy to prepare, requires no cooking, and is perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or yogurt of choice)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or favorite milk)
- 4 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup diced apple (Honeycrisp recommended)
- ¼ cup chia seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits: Chop your apple into small pieces. Remove the pits from the Medjool dates and roughly chop them to facilitate blending.
- Blend the Base: In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the chopped dates, Greek yogurt, almond milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. Blend until smooth but note some date chunks may remain.
- Mix in Chia and Apples: Pour the blended mixture into a medium bowl. Add the chia seeds and diced apple, then whisk thoroughly to combine.
- Rest and Stir: Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, then whisk again to prevent chia seed clumping.
- Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to fully absorb liquid and thicken the pudding.
- Optional Serving Suggestion: Before serving, top with sautéed diced apples for extra texture and flavor.
Notes
- Roughly chopping dates before blending helps with smoother consistency.
- Whisk the mixture twice—once before resting and once after—to prevent chia seed clumps.
- Allow at least 4 hours of refrigeration for the chia seeds to fully hydrate for optimal texture.
- This pudding can be prepared the night before for a ready-to-go healthy breakfast.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
- Recommended storage containers include wide-mouth mason jars or mason jars with bamboo lids for convenience.
- Chia seeds are a great source of fiber, making this pudding a healthy and filling option.
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