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Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups Recipe

Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups Recipe
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Deliciously wholesome Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups that combine the natural sweetness of apples, warm cinnamon, and hearty oats in a convenient, grab-and-go breakfast treat. Perfect for meal prep, these oatmeal cups are nutritious, easy to make, and pair wonderfully with yogurt or a warm beverage.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • A pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (or honey, if preferred)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 medium apple, diced (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a muffin tin or lining it with muffin cups to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt to ensure an even distribution of flavors and leavening agent.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until all components are just incorporated without over-mixing to keep the texture light.
  5. Add Apples and Nuts: Fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts or pecans carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the oatmeal batter.
  6. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
  7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the centers are set.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the oatmeal cups from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Carefully take them out of the tin, serve warm, or allow to cool completely for a convenient, healthy snack or breakfast option.

Notes

  • Customize sweetness by adjusting the amount of maple syrup or honey based on your preference or the sweetness of your apples.
  • Try adding dried fruits such as raisins or cranberries and spices like nutmeg to vary the flavor.
  • Avoid over-mixing the batter to prevent dense oatmeal cups.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
  • Freeze oatmeal cups in a sealed container for up to three months and reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.

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