Chia Seed Pudding with Spiced Apples

For a fall-inspired breakfast, this cozy chia seed pudding features a base of chia seeds, your choice of unsweetened non-dairy or dairy milk, and warming spices, paired with sautéed spiced apples for a seasonal twist. Packed with omega-3s, fiber, and antioxidants, it's ideal for optimizing health and longevity.

The chia seeds provide healthy fats for brain and heart health, while apples offer quercetin for immune support. Protein powder keeps you full, and satisfied and promotes steady blood sugar for energy, mood, and metabolic health.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons chia seeds

• 1 cup unsweetened non-dairy or dairy milk of choice

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup

• 1 small apple, diced

• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

• 1 tablespoon walnuts, chopped

• Optional: Unsweetened protein powder of choice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chia Pudding: In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, your chosen milk, flaxseed meal, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to thicken.

2. Sauté the Apples: Heat coconut oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the diced apple and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in an extra pinch of cinnamon for flavor.

3. Assemble: Once the chia pudding is set, stir in protein powder (if using). Top with warm spiced apples and chopped walnuts. Add maple syrup if desired.

4. Serve: Enjoy this cozy chia seed pudding warm or cold!

Nutrition Facts
With protein powder (1 scoop)

• Calories: 371 calories

• Net Carbs: 34.7 g

• Fiber: 13.5 g

• Protein: 7.68 g

• Total Fat: 22.64 g

• Saturated Fat: 6.71 g

• Added Sugar: 6.7 g

• Sodium: 109 mg

Without protein powder

• Calories: 471 calories

• Net Carbs: 35.7 g

• Fiber: 13.5 g

• Protein: 27.68 g

• Total Fat: 22.64 g

• Saturated Fat: 6.71 g

• Added Sugar: 6.7 g

• Sodium: 161 mg