Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups
Delightful, portable oatmeal cups filled with the sweetness of apples and a touch of cinnamon, perfect for breakfast on the go!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup apple sauce (unsweetened)
- 1 cup milk (or a dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Choose honey or maple syrup based on preference.
- 1 large egg
Add-ins
- 1 large apple, diced (preferably Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or raisins Optional, for extra texture and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), and prepare a muffin tin by greasing it lightly or lining it with muffin liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt, giving it a quick whisk to combine.
- In another bowl, whisk together the apple sauce, milk, honey (or maple syrup), and egg until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until incorporated. Fold in the diced apples and any optional ingredients like walnuts or raisins.
Baking
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. They can be frozen individually for longer storage.