Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups

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C. Motter Cindy

Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups

Enjoy a cozy and healthy breakfast with these delicious baked apple cinnamon oatmeal cups. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 12 cups

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats use certified gluten-free if needed
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.5 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 large apple peeled and diced
2 large eggs
1 cup milk any kind, dairy or plant-based
0.25 cup maple syrup or brown sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

0.25 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
2 tablespoons chia seeds

Equipment

oven
Muffin tin
Mixing bowl
- Whisk
spoon,

Method

Prepare the Oven

In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Then add the milk, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Fold in the diced apple and any optional add-ins like nuts or chia seeds.
Scoop the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin. Each cup will be about three-quarters full.
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cups cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

These cups store beautifully. Let them cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. They will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, wrap each cup individually in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. They freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply microwave one cup for 20 to 30 seconds, or pop them in a toaster oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.