Apple Chia Pudding Peanut Butter (Printable)

Wholesome chia and almond milk base layered with fresh apples and peanut butter swirls.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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 - In a medium bowl, whisk together almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Let rest for 10 minutes, then stir thoroughly to prevent clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened.
02 - In a small bowl, combine diced apples with lemon juice and ground cinnamon. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
03 - Stir the chilled pudding well. Spoon a layer of pudding into serving vessels, add a layer of the apple mixture, then swirl in 1 tablespoon of peanut butter per serving. Repeat layering if desired.
04 - Top each serving with chopped peanuts, apple slices, and a light drizzle of maple syrup if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with minimal effort
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free
02 -
  • This pudding keeps well chilled for up to 3 days
  • For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter
03 -
  • For extra creaminess, try coconut milk as the base
  • Swap apples with pears or berries to change the flavor
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