Description
These Baked Oatmeal Cups are a wholesome and delicious breakfast or snack option, combining hearty oats, warming cinnamon, sweet maple syrup, and fresh berries. Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep, they bake up golden and moist with a crunchy nut topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1/2 cup fresh berries
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly distributed to create a balanced oat base.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, milk, egg, and vanilla extract thoroughly to blend the flavors and incorporate air for lightness.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl, stirring gently until everything is well combined into a uniform batter.
- Add Nuts and Berries: Fold in the chopped nuts and fresh berries carefully, distributing them evenly throughout the batter for bursts of texture and flavor.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the oatmeal batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each almost to the top for nicely rounded cups.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the oatmeal cups are set, golden brown on top, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the oatmeal cups to cool for a few minutes before serving to set their shape and enhance flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Use a mix of your favorite nuts such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds for varied texture.
- Fresh or frozen berries both work well; if using frozen, do not thaw before adding.
- These oatmeal cups can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and can be reheated quickly in the microwave.
- To make this recipe vegan, replace the egg with a flax egg or another egg substitute.
