Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups Recipe
These Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups are a wholesome and delicious breakfast option perfect for meal prep. Made with whole oats, fresh apple pieces, warm cinnamon, and sweetened naturally with maple syrup and applesauce, these oatmeal cups are baked until golden and perfect for grabbing on the go. They can be enjoyed warm or cold and are customizable with optional nuts for added crunch. This recipe combines comforting flavors with nutritious ingredients for a satisfying start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 oatmeal cups 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups milk (360ml, either dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (120ml)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce (120g)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned whole oats (255g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 generous cup chopped peeled apple (120g)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (50g)
- Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, pure maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla essence until smooth and well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the old-fashioned oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, ensuring the spices and leavening are evenly distributed.
- Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently but thoroughly until all the oats are coated and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Add apples and nuts: Gently fold in the chopped peeled apples and, if using, the chopped walnuts or pecans to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon the oatmeal mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for expansion. Optionally, sprinkle coarse sugar on top of each cup for a crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the oatmeal cups are set, golden on top, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the oatmeal cups to cool in the tin for 5-10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm as desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the milk with any plant-based milk like almond, soy, or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Maple syrup can be replaced with honey or agave nectar if preferred.
- For extra texture and flavor, try adding raisins or dried cranberries along with or instead of nuts.
- These oatmeal cups keep well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the microwave for about 30 seconds before serving for a warm, comforting treat.
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