When the weather cools down, I love baking with apples, and these Apple Oatmeal Cups are one of my favorite healthier treats to make. They’re soft, warmly spiced, and filled with little bites of apple, but what makes them extra good is how wholesome they are. Instead of lots of sugar or butter, I use homemade applesauce and Greek yogurt to keep them moist and naturally sweet. That little swap keeps them tender while also making them lighter and lower in calories than your classic muffin.
I love that these bake up in a muffin tin, so they’re already portioned and ready to grab on busy mornings. My girls like them warm with a little nut butter spread on top, but they’re just as good plain with a cup of tea or coffee. They’re not overly sweet, more of a cozy breakfast or snack that feels good to eat and keeps you full.
These keep well in the fridge, and you can even freeze a batch to have on hand. They’re the kind of recipe that makes the kitchen smell like cinnamon and fall, and somehow they disappear way faster than I expect every single time.
How to make Apple Oatmeal Cups
Begin with preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lining a 12-cup muffin tin with silicone liners (or paper if you prefer). This step ensures the muffins release easily after baking.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, applesauce, yogurt, milk, and honey until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the diced apple pieces, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each almost to the top. Sprinkle walnuts or pecans for extra crunch. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–28 minutes, or until the muffins are set and lightly golden on top.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm, or let them cool completely.
Hope you will try them out and enjoy these delicious apple oatmeal cups! If you do, don’t forget to tag me on your Instagram posts or stories.
Other similar apple recipes you may like to try
Try these Apple and Oats Biscotti, crunchy, lightly sweet, perfect for dipping in coffee or tea.
This Healthy Apple Oatmeal Bread is a moist quick bread made with apples, oats, and warm spices. Naturally sweetened, perfect for breakfast or snack.
You must try this Invisible Apple Cake, a light French-style cake packed with thin apple slices and just enough batter to hold them together. Elegant, simple, and delicious.
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Apple Oatmeal Cups – Healthy and Low-Calorie Snack
Ingredients
- 2 cups (200g) fine oats or oat flour
- 1 tsp (4g) baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp (5g) cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp (1g) nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240g) unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup (120g) Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 2 tbsp (30g) honey
- 1 large apple (9 oz – 250g) , peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup (25g) walnuts or pecans , for topping, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with silicone cups.
- Mix oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and honey until smooth.
- Add yogurt and milk and whisk to combine.
- Add applesauce and whisk to combine.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apple pieces, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Divide the mixture evenly into muffin cups.
- Top with chopped walnuts or pecans if used.
- Bake for 25–28 minutes, until set and lightly golden on top.
- Let them cool slightly in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy!
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