Tasty Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups Recipe
Delicious and wholesome Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups that make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. These hearty oat cups combine warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and tender baked apple pieces, sweetened naturally with maple syrup and applesauce. Packed with fiber and protein, they are an easy-to-make, nutritious option suitable for dairy or non-dairy diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 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, 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 topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is fully heated by the time your oatmeal cups are ready to bake.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing 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, mix the old-fashioned oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt thoroughly to distribute the leavening and spices evenly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid overmixing. Once combined, fold in the chopped apples and optional nuts if using.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Lightly grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners. Spoon the oatmeal batter evenly into each muffin cup, filling about 3/4 full. Optionally, sprinkle coarse sugar on top for a slight crunch and sweetness.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the oatmeal cups to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool further. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use dairy or any plant-based milk to suit dietary preferences.
- Maple syrup provides natural sweetness; adjust quantity according to taste or substitute with honey for non-vegan options.
- Old-fashioned oats provide the best texture; avoid quick oats which can make the cups mushy.
- These oatmeal cups can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Optional nuts add crunch and extra protein but can be omitted for nut-free versions.
- For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tbsp water) and use plant-based milk.
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