Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups
These Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups are the perfect, on-go-the breakfast to enjoy any day of the week. Fresh apples, a sprinkling of cinnamon, and hearty oats make a deliciously cozy dish to enjoy throughout the season!
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With the crisp fall air settling in, I’ve been craving warm, cozy breakfasts that celebrate the season.
While I usually stick to quick weekday options like toast or yogurt, I’m trying to bring more of my leisurely weekend breakfast vibes into the week. And nothing sets the tone quite like a hot cup of tea. Yes, I still drink coffee, but lately, tea has been a comforting companion on cool mornings.
Since I’m all about fall flavors, it’s no surprise I whipped up these Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups. Easy, wholesome, and packed with cozy goodness, they’re just what I need to start the day right.
What’s in Baked Apple Oatmeal Cups?
If you’re struggling to make a fresh start with breakfasts during the week, then look no further. These Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups are perfectly portable, poppable, and so delicious, especially when paired with a steaming cup of of coffee or tea.
Ingredients:
These Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups are made with wholesome ingredients like old-fashioned oats, applesauce, and fresh apples for a cozy, fall-inspired breakfast. Lightly sweetened with brown sugar and spiced with cinnamon, they’re easy to prep and perfect for busy mornings!
- Old-fashioned oats
- Brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Cinnamon
- Salt
- Milk
- Eggs
- Applesauce
- Vanilla extract
- Apples
How to Make Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups:
These apple and oat muffins can be made on the weekend and then refrigerated throughout the week for an easy, grab-n-go breakfast. You could also freeze a big batch of these to eat whenever your craving strikes. The possibilities are endless!
- To make the baked oatmeal cups, you’ll start by combining the dry ingredients.
- Then, you’ll whisk the milk, eggs, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
- Mix both the wet and dry ingredients together, and then gently fold in some diced apples.
- Scoop into a muffin tin and then let the oven work its magic.
If you’re ready to savor the flavors of fall, grab those ingredients and whip up these simple apple oatmeal cups!
Can I Use Instant Oats?
I’ve never made these apple and cinnamon oatmeal cups with instant oats, so I don’t know how they would turn out. Most likely you would need to adjust the ingredients slightly due to quick oats being finer.
Do I Have to Use Applesauce?
If you don’t have applesauce on hand, you can try substituting vegetable oil or melted coconut oil. I’ve never tried it myself, so I can’t say for certain if it’ll work.
Tips for Making Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups
- This recipe calls for old-fashioned oats, which are sometimes labeled as rolled oats.
- You can use any kind of apple you’d like in this recipe, but I prefer using sweeter apples.
- Any type of milk will work in this recipe — dairy or non-dairy milk.
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Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, , packed
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk, , any kind (I used 2%)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups peeled and diced apples, , any kind (about two medium apples, a sweeter variety works best)
Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 12-count muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract.
- Pour dry ingredients into wet ingredients and stir until thoroughly combined. Gently fold in diced apples.
- Spoon mixture into each muffin tin, filling almost to the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until cups are set and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes in pan. Then remove to a wire rack and let cool completely. Serve with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, if desired.
That Constant Comment tea has been one of my faves for as long as I can remember. My mom used to buy it (and still does). 🙂
These little baked oatmeal cups look like the perfect companion for a cozy mug!
Thanks, Blair! It’s a favorite tea of mine, too.
What an interesting breakfast idea! My boys love oatmeal and we have a ton of apples leftover from apple picking. This could be a go-to for them. It’s also a great pair for me to have with a cup of tea like you suggest. I’m loving Vanilla Chai right now. 🙂 #client
Thanks for the sweet comment, Courtney! These oatmeal cups are definitely kid-approved!
I love this tea! Love the idea of oatmeal cups, just tried making some with banana, but can’t wait to try them with apple! Pinning 🙂
Thanks, Mira! Tea and oatmeal go so well together!
This is just the kind of breakfast I want in the fall! All the apple flavor and warm spices are perfect with coffee OR tea. I’ve been drinking tea in the evenings a lot now that it’s cooler…it’s so relaxing!
Thanks, Marcie!! I love drinking tea at night too, so relaxing!
Can these be stored at room temperature?
Hi Cristy! Yes these can be stored at room temperature. Enjoy!
Can you add protein powder to these and if so how much do you think would be good?
Hi Tracy! Absolutely! I’ve never tried adding protein powder (only collagen powder, and I usually do 2 scoops), so I’m really not sure about the amount. Sorry I can’t be of more help!
I’m curious why the cholesterol is so high for this recipe considering there is no fat?
Hi Trina! The nutritional value is just an estimate and may not be accurate. I just plug the ingredients into a calculator. Feel free to plug these into another one if you are concerned. Thanks for stopping by!
Can I use instant oats instead of the old fashioned?
Hi Brooke! I’ve never made these with instant oats, so I don’t know how they would turn out. Most likely you would need to adjust the ingredient due to quick oats being finer.
I used half vegetable oil and half applesauce. Will they still turn out alright?
Hi Lucy! I haven’t tried that combo, so I’m really not sure. Let me know how you like it!
Lactose intolerant – going to try with almond milk – hoping they turn out as great as they look!!!
Hope you love these, Em! Thanks for stopping by!
This recipe looks great 🙂 Do you think I could substitute the applesauce for something else? Really want to try making them, but can’t find applesauce anywhere. Thanks!
Hi Louise! I’m really not sure, as I’ve never tried anything besides applesauce in this recipe. You could possibly substitute vegetable/coconut oil, but again, I’m not sure how it would turn out.
These look amazing!! Going to try them tomorrow! I don’t use sugar but I’ll try them with maple syrup! Cant wait!
I hope you enjoy, Esli! This is a favorite of mine!