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Cozy Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups

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Warm, comforting baked oatmeal cups with apple and cinnamon, perfect for easy meal prep and a wholesome breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (135g)
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and grated (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (60ml)
  • 1 cup milk (240ml), dairy or plant-based
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, 30g, walnuts or pecans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or line with silicone liners.
  2. Grate the apple finely, then place it in a bowl lined with a paper towel to squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Whisk briefly to distribute evenly.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
  5. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients gently, then add the grated apple and optional chopped nuts. Stir just until combined.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 25-28 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the oatmeal cups cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Drain grated apple to avoid soggy cups. Use room temperature egg for better mixing. Tent with foil if edges brown too quickly. Adding a tablespoon more oats can help if batter is too wet. For vegan version, replace egg with flax egg and butter with coconut oil.

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