Description
Deliciously wholesome baked apple cinnamon oatmeal cups, perfect for a nutritious and convenient breakfast or snack. Made with rolled oats, fresh diced apples, warm spices, and a touch of natural sweetness, these muffin-style oatmeal cups are easy to prepare and packed with fiber and flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 cup applesauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional chopped nuts, stirring to evenly distribute the spices and nuts.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, maple syrup (or honey), and applesauce until fully blended to create a smooth wet mixture.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring thoroughly until all the oats are moistened and the mixture is well combined.
- Add Apples: Gently fold in the diced apples to incorporate them evenly without breaking them down too much.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the oatmeal mixture into the prepared muffin tin cups, pressing down lightly to compact the mixture slightly for shape.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the oatmeal cups are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal cups to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for a tart flavor or Honeycrisp for sweetness.
- Walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch but can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup as preferred.
- Use dairy or other plant-based milk alternatives as desired.
- These cups can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds before serving for a warm treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
