🌟 Ultimate Cozy Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups 🌟
Looking for the perfect breakfast that feels like a warm hug? 🫂 Something that makes your kitchen smell like absolute heaven? 🏠💨 You have arrived at the right place!
These Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Cups are about to become your new obsession. They are healthy, incredibly easy to make, and perfect for meal prep. Whether you are rushing out the door or enjoying a slow Sunday morning, these little cups of joy are exactly what you need. ☕🍎
Let’s get cooking! 🔥
📝 The Shopping List (Ingredients)
You probably have most of these in your pantry already! Here is what you need to whip up about 8-10 delicious cups:
🥣 The Base: 2 cups of Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats.
🍎 The Fruit: 2 medium crisp apples (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled and diced into small cubes.
🍯 The Sweetener: 1/3 cup of Pure Maple Syrup or Honey.
🥛 The Liquid: 1 and 1/2 cups of Milk (Dairy, Almond, or Oat milk all work wonderfully!).
🥚 The Binder: 1 large Egg (for a vegan option, use a “flax egg”).
🧈 The Moisture: 1/4 cup of melted Coconut Oil or melted Butter.
🥄 The Flavor Boosters:
1 tsp Baking Powder (for a little lift!)
1 and 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon (don’t skimp on this!)
1/2 tsp Nutmeg (optional, but highly recommended)
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1/4 tsp Salt
🍇 The Mix-ins: 1/2 cup of Raisins or chopped Walnuts (totally optional, but add a lovely texture!).
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Culinary Magic
Follow these simple steps to baking perfection:
Prep the Stage: 🎬 First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin very well with cooking spray, or use silicone liners to ensure they pop out perfectly later!
Combine the Dry Ingredients: 🥣 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Mix the Wet Ingredients: 🥛 In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil (or butter), egg, and vanilla extract until everything is smooth and blended.
Marry the Ingredients: ✨ Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir them together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
Add the Goodies: 🍎 Gently fold in your diced apples and your mix-ins (raisins/walnuts) with a spatula.
Fill the Cups: 🧁 Divide the batter evenly among your muffin cups. They should be filled almost to the top!
Bake to Perfection: ⏲️ Pop them into the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. You’ll know they are ready when they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Enjoy: 😋 Let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before removing them. They are amazing warm, but just as good at room temperature!
💡 Pro Tips for Maximum YUM
Make Ahead: 📅 These are incredible for meal prep! Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheat: 🔥 Just pop one in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, and it tastes freshly baked again!
Toppings: 🍦 Serve them with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a drizzle of almond butter, or a splash of cold milk.
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