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Baked Oatmeal Cups

Oatmeal plus your choice of add-ins are baked into a muffin cup for an on-the-go breakfast or snack.
Plate of Baked Oatmeal Cups
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Makes: 12 muffins
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

2 eggs   
1 ½ cups milk (any type)  
½ cup of unsweetened applesauce, ripe banana or pumpkin pureé  
¼ cup nut butter or 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil, margarine or softened butter  
3 to 4 Tablespoons packed brown sugar, maple syrup or honey (see Notes)  
1 teaspoon vanilla   
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats   
1 teaspoon baking powder   
1 teaspoon cinnamon   
½ teaspoon salt  
¼ cup dried fruit or ½ cup fresh, frozen and partially thawed, or canned and drained fruit  
½ cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)  

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. If using any fresh fruit, rinse it under running water before preparing.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease 12 muffin cups.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, applesauce, nut butter, brown sugar and vanilla.
  5. Add the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, fruit and nuts, if desired, and stir until combined.  Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes to let the oats soak up some of the liquid.
  6. Divide the mixture evenly between the muffin cups.
  7. Bake until golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool for a few minutes before removing from muffin cups.
  8. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours or freeze for longer storage.
     

Notes

  • Try sunflower butter when nut allergies are a concern.
  • Honey is not recommended for children under 1 year of age.
  • Try other spices such as nutmeg or ginger. 
  • Try these combinations:  
    • applesauce, raisins and walnuts  
    • pumpkin, blueberries and pecans  
    • Banana, dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds  

Comments

I was out of eggs, so I tried using aquafaba instead for the Baked Oatmeal Cups.  It worked great, and they tasted great!  Not too sweet, and makes a great snack or quick breakfast.    

I made these Baked Oatmeal Cups with peanut butter and dried fruit, nuts and seeds I had on hand (figs, pecans and sunflower seeds) and despite it all seeming like an odd combination, they came out great! I love how portable and filling they are. Even my husband, who isn't usually fond of muffins, loved these for a snack. I will definitely be making them again!

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