Description
Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups are a delightful and nutritious breakfast option, perfectly blending soft baked apples, warm cinnamon, and hearty oats. These easy-to-make cups are not only delicious but also versatile, allowing for customization with your favorite mix-ins. Ideal for meal prep, they offer a warm hug in food form that can be enjoyed on busy mornings or lazy weekends. Grab your apron and indulge in this comforting treat that will leave your family smiling!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 medium apples (diced)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and maple syrup until well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the diced apples and nuts if using.
- Spoon the mixture into each muffin cup, filling about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Allow to cool for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oatmeal cup (80g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg