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Cozy Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups

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These baked oatmeal cups combine warm cinnamon and fresh apples for a cozy, moist, and tender breakfast treat perfect for fall mornings. Easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients, they are great for busy days or leisurely weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned preferred)
  • 1 large apple, peeled and diced (about 1.5 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk (whole or 2%, or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Optional: 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your muffin tin or prepare silicone cups.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir well.
  3. Peel and dice the apple into small bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, beaten egg, and melted butter.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  6. Fold the diced apples into the batter evenly.
  7. Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let the cups cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the texture tender. Use fresh ground cinnamon for best flavor. Choose firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to maintain texture. Let cups cool before removing to prevent breaking. For vegan version, replace egg with flax egg and use plant-based milk and coconut oil instead of butter. Certified gluten-free oats make this recipe gluten-free.

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Keywords: baked oatmeal cups, apple cinnamon oatmeal, fall breakfast, easy breakfast, healthy oatmeal, gluten-free oatmeal, vegan oatmeal option

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