Description
These Baked Oatmeal Cups are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that combines wholesome rolled oats with warm spices, sweet maple syrup, fresh berries, and crunchy nuts. Perfectly portioned in muffin form, they make for a convenient grab-and-go meal or snack, baked to golden perfection and packed with fiber and protein to keep you energized throughout the morning.
Ingredients
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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 the oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a muffin tin by greasing it lightly or lining the cups with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly distributed.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the maple syrup, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until the batter is uniform and all the oats are moistened.
- Add nuts and berries: Gently fold in the chopped nuts and fresh berries to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill muffin tin: Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cups are set and have developed a golden-brown crust on top.
- Cool and serve: Remove the baked oatmeal cups from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the milk with almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Feel free to swap the fresh berries with dried fruit or other seasonal fruits.
- Chopped nuts can be replaced with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds for a nut-free variation.
- Store leftover oatmeal cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- These cups can be reheated in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds before eating.
