Close-up of warm apple pie oatmeal cups topped with diced apples and caramel drizzle

Apple Pie Oatmeal Cups

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A healthy baked oatmeal breakfast with cozy fall flavor 🍂

Start your morning with these Apple Pie Oatmeal Cups a healthy, cozy, and delicious twist on classic baked oatmeal. Each bite is packed with tender apples, warm cinnamon, and a hint of maple sweetness, making them taste just like a mini apple pie! Perfect for meal prep, on-the-go breakfasts, or fall brunch spreads, these cups are naturally sweetened, fiber-rich, and easy to make in one bowl. Plus, they freeze beautifully, so you can have a comforting breakfast ready all week long. A warm hug in every bite straight from Emma’s Cake Studio. ✨

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 12 oatmeal cups

Ingredients List

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 ½ cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups finely chopped apple (peeled if desired)
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Mixing bowls (large and medium)
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Muffin pan (12-cup)
  • Paper or silicone liners
  • Cooling rack

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Preheat & prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper or silicone liners.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk applesauce, milk, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla until smooth. 🍁
  4. Combine: Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until fully combined.
  5. Add apples: Gently fold in the chopped apples (and nuts if using). 🍎
  6. Fill the cups: Divide the mixture evenly into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  7. Bake: Bake for 25–28 minutes, until the tops are golden and set.
  8. Cool & serve: Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Serve warm or at room temperature!

Pro Tips

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
  • Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months; reheat in the microwave for 20 seconds.
  • Make it extra cozy: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or almond butter on top before serving.
  • Flavor variation: Try pear chunks or add raisins for a fun twist! 🍐

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 oatmeal cup1504g26g4g3g9g