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Apple Crumble Chia Pudding

Apple Crumble Chia Pudding (Overnight Breakfast)

This healthy and satisfying recipe combines creamy overnight chia pudding with warm, spiced apple filling and a crunchy, toasted oat crumble. Perfect for a make-ahead breakfast or a wholesome dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

I. For the Chia Pudding Base
  • 1/2 cup Chia Seeds
  • 2 cups Milk dairy or non-dairy (almond, oat, or soy)
  • 2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup or Honey adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • Pinch Salt
II. For the Warm Apple Filling
  • 2 medium Apples peeled, cored, and diced (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
  • 1 Tablespoon Water or Apple Juice
  • 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
III. For the Crispy Crumble Topping
  • 1/2 cup Rolled Oats not instant oats
  • 1 Tablespoon All-Purpose Flour or almond/gluten-free flour
  • 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Cold Butter or Coconut Oil cold and cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Baking Sheet (or Skillet)
  • Mason Jars or Glasses

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Chia Pudding Base (Requires time to set)
  1. In a large mixing bowl or a sealed container, combine the chia seeds, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and the pinch of salt.
  2. Whisk the mixture thoroughly for about one minute, ensuring there are no clumps of chia seeds stuck together at the bottom.
  3. Let the mixture rest for five minutes, and then stir it vigorously one more time to prevent the seeds from settling too quickly. Cover the container tightly and refrigerate for a minimum of four hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the pudding to thicken completely.
Step 2: Prepare the Crispy Crumble Topping
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix these dry ingredients together well.
  2. Cut the cold butter or coconut oil into small cubes and use your fingertips to quickly work the fat into the dry mixture until coarse, pea-sized crumbs form.
  3. Spread the crumble mixture evenly onto a small, parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and smells fragrant. Remove the crumble from the heat and allow it to cool completely before assembly; this is crucial for maintaining crispness.
Step 3: Prepare the Warm Apple Filling
  1. Place the diced apples, water or apple juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
  2. Cook the apples, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the apples have softened significantly but still retain a slight structure. Remove the saucepan from the heat and set the spiced apples aside, allowing them to cool to room temperature before layering.
Step 4: Assemble the Apple Crumble Chia Pudding
  1. Retrieve the chilled chia pudding base from the refrigerator and give it a gentle stir. Select your serving containers (mason jars or glasses).
  2. Spoon a generous layer of the chia pudding into the bottom of each container, filling approximately halfway.
  3. Add a substantial layer of the prepared warm or cooled spiced apple filling over the pudding layer.
  4. Finish the dessert by sprinkling a generous portion of the cooled, crispy oat crumble topping over the very top of the pudding. Serve immediately.

Notes

To make this recipe vegan, ensure you use non-dairy milk and coconut oil instead of butter. If you need a gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free oats and almond flour for the crumble topping. The crumble must be completely cool before assembly to retain maximum crispness.