Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups (Quick, Easy & Nutritious Breakfast)

Introduction

These Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups are a wholesome, grab-and-go breakfast packed with fiber, natural sweetness, and cozy autumn flavors. Perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or a kid-friendly snack, they are lightly sweetened with maple syrup and naturally flavored with warm cinnamon.🍎

Baking oatmeal into muffin cups makes portioning effortless, and each bite is soft, moist, and studded with tender apple chunks. These cups are not only nutritious but also versatile—you can mix in nuts, dried fruits, or even chocolate chips for a special treat.

Healthy Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups

Wholesome baked apple cinnamon oatmeal cups 🍎🥣 — quick, easy, and nutritious breakfast or snack, naturally sweetened and packed with fiber.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 12 cups

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: Healthy, Vegetarian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
• 2 eggs large
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped apples peeled or unpeeled
• 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans optional

Equipment

• Muffin tin
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tin.
2. Mix dry ingredients: oats, baking powder, cinnamon, salt.
3. Whisk wet ingredients: milk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, fold in apples and nuts.
5. Spoon into muffin tin, bake 25–30 minutes until golden and set.
6. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store in fridge up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat before serving.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Quick & easy — ready in under 40 minutes
✅ Portable — perfect for on-the-go breakfasts or snacks
✅ Naturally sweet — no refined sugar needed
✅ High fiber & nutritious — oatmeal and apples keep you full
✅ Kid-friendly — soft, flavorful, and fun to eat

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped apples (peeled or unpeeled)
• Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 – Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.

Step 2 – Mix dry ingredients
In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3 – Mix wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.

Step 4 – Combine & fold in apples
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stir until combined. Fold in chopped apples and nuts if using.

Step 5 – Fill muffin cups
Spoon mixture evenly into muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.

Step 6 – Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Make it vegan: Use plant-based milk and replace eggs with flax eggs (2 tbsp flaxseed + 6 tbsp water).
• Add spices: Nutmeg or ginger adds extra warmth.
• Mix-ins: Raisins, dried cranberries, or chocolate chips can be added for variety.
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition (per serving, 1 oatmeal cup approx.)

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fat: 4g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 8g