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Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups

Cozy, hearty, and lightly sweetened, these Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups are perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or a wholesome snack. Packed with juicy apples and warming cinnamon, they’re meal-prep friendly, kid-approved, and freezer-ready for busy mornings!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 oatmeal cups 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 ¼ cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)

  • 1 large egg

  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey

  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 ½ cups peeled and finely diced apple (about 1 medium apple)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.

  2. In a large bowl, mix the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

  3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.

  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

  5. Fold in the diced apples.

  6. Divide the mixture evenly into the muffin tin.

  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the tops are golden and set.

  8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, use a flax egg and plant-based milk.

  • Dice the apples finely so you get juicy bites in every mouthful!

  • Feel free to add chopped nuts, raisins, or a sprinkle of flaxseed for extra flavor and texture.

 

  • These freeze beautifully — perfect for prepping ahead!

  • Author: cookspotlight
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 oatmeal cup
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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