Apples. There are fewer things that get me out of bed quicker each morning than knowing I have a bowl of my favorite fall-flavored overnight oats waiting on me. Especially when they are made with September’s finest crop, the humble apple. And my favorite kind? DIY Apple Pie Walnut Overnight Chia Seed Pudding. The perfect fall breakfast option at home.
A recipe that’s quick, easy and delish- perfect for your period cravings at home! This chia seed pudding can be made portable in a mason jar rather than a bowl and can be conveniently made before bed. Then just give it a stir in the morning and you’re good to go, ya’ll!
I love chia puddings because they keep me feeling full, satisfied, and nourished. I’m sure you know by now that chia seeds are magical little nutrient-packed powerhouses of goodness packed with fiber, protein, and minerals. This recipe also features a fall-ready apple jam that’s out of this world yummy. Perfect for that time of the month!
Did I also mention that chia seeds are packed with anti-aging antioxidants? Yup, this pudding can help you look and feel good too!
I love using chia seeds because they are:
- packed with antioxidants for anti-aging benefits (more antioxidants than flaxseeds)
- rich in omega’s
- lots of soluble fiber to keep you feeling fuller longer
- provide sustainable energy and balance blood sugar levels
- an easily digested form of plant protein
rich in calcium, iron and vitamin C
It’s also fall, which means we are entering the full swings of apple season in my neck of the woods. So, of course, this chia seed pudding is packed full of apple pie flavor. I for one can’t seem to get enough apples lately. They’re my favorite period-friendly snack of all time!
In this recipe, you’ll be infusing all that chia goodness with almond milk, cinnamon, and vanilla. Topped off with a delicious apple jam and the crunchy goodness of pecans and walnuts! It’s apple pie, just reimaged in a fun, frugal, and super satisfying too! You’ll want to make this super simple apple pie yumminess, sweetened with 100% pure apple juice and stevia the next time Aunt Flow comes to town this fall!
I start this recipe by washing, peeling, and coring my apples. The scraps from the apples can be used to make DIY Apple Cider Vinegar, dehydrated to make pet treats, or composted!
Much like other chia seed jam recipes, you’ll cook down the fruit along with chia seeds and any desired spices. I sweetened this recipe with 100% apple juice and stevia to give it a little extra fall apple kick. It tasted amazing. I opted to use my pressure cooker, on a 10-minute setting, but feel free to use your stove top instead. I made a fairly small batch the first time I made it, but it disappeared quickly! And by disappeared quickly I mean that I ate the whole batch in less than 12 hours. Can you blame me? I was on my period, after all!
After cooking the apples down the apples and cooling them for about 20 minutes, they will be nice and soft and the jam base will have thickened up nicely thanks to those awesome little chia seeds. to finish the jam, I took a silicone spatula and mashed half of the apple mixture to get a nice, thick consistency. You can mash all of it if you want, but I liked leaving lots of apple chunks for texture. That’s my jam!
Make the chia seed overnight oats was just as easy! Just whisk together to combine the oats, chia seeds, almond milk, vanilla, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Place in the fridge overnight to thicken. The oats are ready when all the liquid has been absorbed and the oats are soft. You can adjust your overnight oats as well. You can thin it out with more milk as needed.
To assemble my DIY Apple Pie Pecan Overnight Chia Seed Pudding, simply layer the vegan overnight oats with the apple pie jam, a few spoonfuls to each per layer. Add your chopped pecans and walnuts on top of each layer, if desired. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, and you’re ready! This recipe will be your new period-ready go-to! Give it a try, it’s pretty awesome!
Friends, that’s my favorite overnight oats recipe. I hope you’ll give this recipe a try and enjoy this sweet, nutritious deliciousness for yourself this fall. Now I have to ask, what’s your favorite oats recipe this fall? I’d love to hear about it below!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla soy milk
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 4 golden delicious apples, chopped, peeled & cored
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup apple cider or apple juice
- 1 dash lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon salt; divided between apples and oats
- 1 tablespoon crushed walnuts
- A pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- To make the oats, add the soy milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in a mason jar. Stir it until smooth and combined, making sure the chia seeds aren't clumping.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- To make the apples: Add your salt, apples, and cider to a pressure cooker or crock pot. Cook on pressure setting for 10 minutes or 4-6 hours on high in the slow cooker. Cool completely overnight.
- To assemble in the morning, add layers of your apples and overnight oats to a pint mason jar. Top with walnuts and garnish with a cinnamon stick. Lasts us to one week in the fridge. Enjoy!
