High Protein Apple Pie Chia Pudding is a cozy, nourishing breakfast that tastes like dessert. The chia seeds and protein powder create a creamy, filling base that keeps you satisfied for hours. Warm, caramelized apples with cinnamon bring all the flavors of apple pie without the heaviness. This make-ahead recipe is perfect for meal prep and a delicious way to start your day.
I love love chia pudding. For more delicious chia pudding recipes try my magic shell chia pudding or my chocolate salted caramel chia pudding.
If you love apples you need to try my apple pie cookies or my apple pie toast.
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Why you'll love this recipe
It is easy to make.
It is the perfect fall chia pudding.
The recipe is vegetarian, dairy free, gluten free, rich in fiber and vegan.
It is warming and flavorful - perfect for those cool fall days!
Ingredients
- Chia seeds – Act as the base; they absorb liquid and swell into a gel-like texture that makes the pudding thick.
- Milk of choice – Provides the liquid for the chia seeds to expand; also adds creaminess and flavor depending on what you choose (almond, oat, dairy, etc.).
- Pumpkin spice – Brings warm, cozy flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves that mimic apple pie.
- Greek or thick yogurt of choice – Adds tang, creaminess, and extra protein, making the pudding more filling.
- Vanilla protein powder – Boosts protein content while also sweetening and enhancing the vanilla/apple pie flavor.
- Apple (diced) – Adds natural sweetness, fiber, and that signature apple pie flavor.
- Cinnamon – Deepens the apple pie vibe, enhances sweetness, and adds antioxidant benefits.
- Coconut oil or butter – Used to sauté the apples; adds richness and helps them caramelize.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions
- Apples - pears would be a good substitute.
- Pumpkin pie spice - can be subbed with cinnamon.
- Greek yogurt - a thick nondairy yogurt like coconut works.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Mix together chia pudding and refrigerate.
Cook apples.
Top with apples, serve and enjoy.
Recipe FAQS
To keep it vegan, use plant-based milk, dairy-free yogurt, and a vegan protein powder.
A vanilla-flavored whey, plant-based, or collagen protein powder all work well. Just be sure to use one you enjoy the taste of since it adds sweetness and flavor.
Chia pudding serves as a highly nutritious breakfast or snack, providing ample sustenance to keep you satisfied until lunchtime. Furthermore, chia seeds boast significant antioxidant levels, effectively combatting cell damage caused by free radicals.
Stir the mixture after 5 minutes of chilling. This helps the chia seeds distribute evenly and prevents clumps.
Yes, chia seeds are gluten free.
Recipe Pro-Tips
To prevent clumps, stir your chia pudding after 5 minutes.
Use a good quality milk for the best tasting pudding. I like Malk or Malifia for plant milk and Maple Hill or Kalona for dairy.
For a meal prep hack double or triple the recipe and store in jars for grab-and-go breakfasts all week.
This recipe is perfect for using up older apples, since you’re cooking them down and don’t need them to be crisp.
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This recipe would be so good with my chocolate cashew granola.
High Protein Apple Pie Chia Pudding
Ingredients
Pudding
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin spice
- ¼ cup greek or thick yogurt of choice
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
Apple Topping
- 1 small apple - diced
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- .5 tablespoon coconut oil or butter
Instructions
- Add all pudding ingredients to a small glass or bowl. Mix until combined. Refrigerate for one hour or overnight. To prevent clumps, stir chia pudding after 5 minutes.
- Once your pudding is set, make your apple topping. Add coconut oil or butter to a skillet over medium heat. Add apples and cinnamon. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until softened.
- Top or mix chia pudding with cooked apples and enjoy.
Notes
If you would like to prep it for breakfast just make it the night before and let it expand over night. You can also prep the apples the night before.
Azzurra Bernardi says
this was so yummy! loved it and tried it also with pears💚
Kristi says
Thank you Azzurra!