Baked Oatmeal Cups Recipe

These Baked Oatmeal Cups are cozy, healthy, and easy to make — a simple grab-and-go breakfast packed with oats, fruit, and wholesome flavor.

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Warm, comforting, and perfectly portable — these Baked Oatmeal Cups are your new go-to breakfast. Soft, lightly sweet, and endlessly customizable, they’re made with simple ingredients and cozy flavors that feel homemade every time. Perfect for meal prep or busy mornings, they’re a Simply Made breakfast staple.


🍗 Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
  • ½ cup add-ins of choice (chocolate chips, blueberries, chopped apples, or nuts)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Whisk together milk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, and melted butter. Pour into the oat mixture and stir until combined.
  4. Add mix-ins: Gently fold in your favorite add-ins like blueberries, chocolate chips, or chopped apples.
  5. Bake: Divide the mixture evenly among muffin cups (about 10–12). Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and set.
  6. Cool & enjoy: Let cool slightly before removing. Serve warm or store for meal prep.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

Enjoy these warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, or grab one on your way out the door. They’re great for freezing — just reheat in the microwave for a quick, cozy breakfast.


💡 Simply Made Tip

Try flavor variations!

  • Blueberry Lemon: Add fresh blueberries + lemon zest
  • Apple Cinnamon: Add diced apples + extra cinnamon
  • Chocolate Chip Banana: Add mashed banana + chocolate chips

🧮 Estimated Nutrition (per cup, makes 12)

NutrientAmount% Daily Value*
Calories160 kcal
Total Fat6 g8%
Saturated Fat2 g10%
Cholesterol35 mg12%
Sodium110 mg5%
Carbohydrates21 g7%
Protein5 g10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.


🗂️ Category & Tags

Primary Category: Breakfast & Brunch
Subcategories / Tags: Healthy Recipes, Make-Ahead Meals, Viral Recipes, Easy Breakfasts, Meal Prep

Warm, simple, and cozy — because breakfast should always be simply made.


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