Description
Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups are a delightful breakfast treat that combines warm, comforting oats with sweet apples and aromatic cinnamon. These portable cups are perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With their charming presentation and customizable options, these oatmeal cups are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 medium sweet apples (e.g., Fuji or Honeycrisp), peeled and chopped
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for apple coating)
- 1 cup milk of choice (almond or cow's milk)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup nuts (chopped walnuts or pecans) – optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a bowl, toss the chopped apples with cinnamon.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla until frothy.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently until combined. Fold in the spiced apple chunks.
- Spoon the mixture into each muffin cup until three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oatmeal cup (90g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg