Description
Homemade Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups bring comfort and nourishment in one delightful breakfast bite. Packed with wholesome ingredients and warming spices, these portable treats offer quick morning satisfaction for wellness-focused eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Spices and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- Extra apple slices for topping
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 375F (190C) and thoroughly coat a muffin tin with a light layer of cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Create a harmonious blend by stirring together rolled oats, freshly diced apples, creamy almond milk, sweet maple syrup, smooth applesauce, aromatic vanilla extract, warm cinnamon, fragrant nutmeg, reliable baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Gently fold in the chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture for a delightful crunch in every bite.
- Carefully spoon the luscious oatmeal mixture into each muffin cavity, filling them almost to the top for a generous portion.
- For an extra touch of visual appeal and flavor, arrange delicate apple slices on top of each oatmeal cup.
- Slide the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a beautiful golden-brown coloration and a firm, set texture.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let the oatmeal cups rest for a few minutes, allowing them to cool and solidify slightly.
- Serve these delectable cups warm for maximum enjoyment, or let them cool to room temperature for a convenient grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
Notes
- Swap maple syrup with agave nectar or date syrup for alternative sweetening options that work perfectly for different dietary needs.
- For gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free rolled oats and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free certified.
- Make ahead and refrigerate these oatmeal cups for up to 5 days, reheating quickly in microwave for a grab-and-go breakfast option.
- Customize the recipe by adding protein powder or chia seeds for extra nutritional boost and texture variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg