Description
These Baked Oatmeal Cups are a wholesome, convenient breakfast option made from rolled oats, mashed banana, and warm spices. They combine the heartiness of traditional oatmeal with the portability of muffins, perfect for busy mornings or a nutritious snack. Customizable with chocolate chips or berries, they offer a naturally sweetened, comforting start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed banana (or unsweetened applesauce)
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or berries
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt, ensuring the baking powder is evenly distributed for proper rising.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir gently until all ingredients are just combined, careful not to overmix.
- Add Optional Mix-Ins: Fold in chocolate chips or berries if you want an extra burst of flavor and texture in your oatmeal cups.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly amongst the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or the tops feel firm to the touch.
- Cool and Serve: Let the oatmeal cups cool in the tin for a few minutes before removing to cool completely or serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute mashed banana with unsweetened applesauce for a different flavor profile.
- Milk of choice can be dairy or plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk.
- Adjust sweetener amount to your taste preferences; maple syrup and honey are both natural sweeteners.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey and a plant-based milk.
- Ensure muffin cups are not overfilled to prevent spillage during baking.
- These oatmeal cups can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Serve warm with a drizzle of additional honey or maple syrup if desired.
