Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups

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Made with a few pantry staples, this Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal comes together quickly and easily! It takes only 5 minutes to prep, and under 30 minutes to cook. They are made with just a few simple ingredients and prepping in one bowl! These delcious oatmeal cups are loaded with flavors and are the best grab and go breakfast bites.

Overhead view of cinnamon baked apple oats cups on a plate.

These meal prep-friendly and freezer-friendly cinnamon apple baked oatmeal cups are perfect for when I need a healthy breakfast for the kids. They come together in next to no time and are packed with wholesome ingredients. They’re soft, chewy, and absolutely delicious.

If you’re looking for more simple and delicious breakfast recipes try my Mini Pancake Cereal (3 Flavors) or my Chocolate Chip Banana Baked Oats. The kids love them and it makes mornings run smoothly.

Why You’ll Love This Baked Oatmeal Cups Recipe

It’s easy. You won’t believe how easy it is to make this. Just stir it all together and then bake in a muffin tin!
It’s delicious. You can’t go wrong with this flavor combination. The apple pie is perfect year-round but even better during fall.
Uses pantry staples. You probably have all these ingredients sitting in your kitchen already! You can’t go wrong with these simple ingredients.
Healthy: This oatmeal cups recipe is made with healthy ingredients that boost your energy through out the day.

Cinnamon Apple Oats Cup Ingredients

Ingredients needed to make cinnamon baked apple oats cups.

Old fashioned oats: you can also use quick-cooking oats or a mix of both if you don’t have enough old fashioned oats.
Light brown sugar: normal brown sugar can be used but I like to use light brown sugar.
Cinnamon: You can also use apple pie spice if you like.
Baking powder: helps fluff up the cups and prevents them from coming out dense.
Salt: you need just a pinch.
Turbinado sugar: this is a partially refined sugar that retains some of the original molasses from the sugarcane which leads to a subtle caramel flavor.
Diced apples: use whatever you have at home. I love the flavor or fuji apples.
Lemon juice: you want just a drop or two.
Eggs: room temperature eggs mix better.
Whole milk: you can use plant-based milk as well.
Apple sauce: this adds moisture and sweetness to the recipe.
Maple syrup: make sure you’re using real maple syrup. If you don’t have maple use raw honey.

How To Make Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal Cups

Prepare the equipment: Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray 12 cavity cupcake pan with cooking spray.

Wet ingredients added to a bowl with a whisk.

Combine the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl add eggs and light brown sugar. Whisk to incorporate. Add apple sauce, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon. Whisk to incorporate.

Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl mix together oats, baking powder, and salt.
Combine everything: Add the dry ingredients into the liquid ingredients. Mix all to incorporate. Add in 1 cup of diced apples and mix to incorporate.

Overhead view of cinnamon baked apple oats cups in a muffin tin.

Bake the oatmeal cups: Use a large ice cream scoop or ¼ cup measuring cup to divide the mixture evenly between the 12 muffin cups. Press in remaining apple chunks into each cavity before sprinkling with the turbinado sugar. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until lightly golden and puffed.
Serve: Serve warm with additional maple syrup.

A muffin tin with cinnamon baked apple oats cups.

Tips to make the Best Baked Oatmeal Cups

Feel free to use a paper cupcake liner or a silicone version to make removing them easier.
It’s up to you if you want to peel the apples or not.
Feel free to add a handful of mini chocolate chips to the oatmeal cups for a sweeter treat.
Instant or quick cook oats won’t provide the same texture as old fashioned oatmeal. Be sure to use old fashion as it give the best texture for this recipes.
If you don’t have mape syrup, you can substitute an equal amount of honey instead.
Eggs are used as a binder for the recipe, but if you are allergic, you can replace by adding an extra 2/3 cups of apple sauce to the recipe.
I recommend not preparing this ahead of time because oatmeals absorb moisture and they will get dry by the time you bake them.
Make sure to use a non-stick muffin pan.
Add raisins in if you are a fan of them.

Frequently Asked Questionsp

How long do these oatmeal cups last?

When stored in an airtight container, these oatmeal cups last for 3 days in the fridge. You can reheat them in the microwave or enjoy them straight from the fridge.

Can you freeze baked oatmeal cups?

You can definitely freeze these oatmeal cups. Place them in an airtight container or ziplock bag, and you can then store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat.

Are oatmeal cups healthy?

There is added sugar to these oatmeal cups but at the end of the day, it’s oatmeal! And oatmeal is a healthy way to start the day off. You’re welcome to decrease the amount of sugar if you prefer.

Can I make this vegan?

You can swap the eggs for flax eggs and use plant-based milk instead of dairy milk.

What’s the difference between oatmeal cups and muffins?

They may seem similar but oatmeal cups do not have flour to give them that muffin-like cake texture.

Cinnamon baked apple oats cups stacked on top of each other on a plate.

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