Baked Oatmeal Cups with 4 Delicious Variations Recipe
Delicious and nutritious Baked Oatmeal Cups in four irresistible variations: Chocolate Chip, Apple Cinnamon, Blueberry Almond, and Peanut Butter Banana. These wholesome, easy-to-make cups are perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack, combining rolled oats with natural sweeteners, fruits, nuts, and plant-based ingredients for a satisfying treat that can be made ahead and enjoyed on the go.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 12 oatmeal cups 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (divided as ½ teaspoon + ½ teaspoon)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Chip Variation
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 mashed bananas (about ½ cup)
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free if needed, divided)
Apple Cinnamon Variation
- ½ teaspoon extra cinnamon (total 1 teaspoon cinnamon)
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- ½ cup applesauce
- ¼ cup diced apple (divided)
Blueberry Almond Variation
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- ½ cup applesauce
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (divided)
- ¼ cup blueberries (divided)
Peanut Butter Banana Variation
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 mashed bananas (about ½ cup)
- Banana slices for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Oatmeal Base: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with silicone or paper liners. Spray liners lightly with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and sea salt, stirring thoroughly to distribute evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together almond milk, maple syrup, ground flaxseed, and vanilla extract. Let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes to allow the flaxseed to absorb moisture.
- Add Variation Wet Ingredients: Depending on the chosen flavor, add the specific additional wet ingredients to the wet mixture:
- Chocolate Chip: Add peanut butter, mashed bananas, and half of the mini chocolate chips.
- Apple Cinnamon: Add extra cinnamon, almond butter, applesauce, and half of the diced apples.
- Blueberry Almond: Add almond butter, applesauce, sliced almonds, and half of the blueberries.
- Peanut Butter Banana: Add peanut butter and mashed bananas.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry oat mixture and stir until well combined.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Top each cup with the remaining topping ingredients according to the variation:
- Chocolate Chip: Sprinkle remaining mini chocolate chips on top.
- Apple Cinnamon: Add remaining diced apples over each cup.
- Blueberry Almond: Top with remaining blueberries and sliced almonds.
- Peanut Butter Banana: Add banana slices if desired.
- Bake: Bake the oatmeal cups for 30-35 minutes until the centers are set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Store: Allow the cups to cool completely in the tin before transferring them to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator or freezer for convenient grab-and-go meals.
Notes
- Use dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan and dairy-free option.
- Silicone liners are recommended for easy removal of cups, but paper liners also work well with non-stick spray.
- Allowing the wet ingredients to sit after mixing flaxseed helps improve texture and binding.
- These oatmeal cups can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Feel free to customize the variations with your favorite nuts, fruits, or nut butters.
- Ensure toothpick comes out clean to confirm oatmeal cups are fully baked and set.
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