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Oatmeal Cups

These Oatmeal Cups are an easy, customizable, and nutritious grab-and-go breakfast packed with oats, bananas, and mixed berries.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Muffin Tin

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup mixed berries blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even cooking.
  • Lightly grease your muffin tin with cooking spray or line it with muffin liners for easy removal.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and sea salt. Mix well to distribute the baking powder evenly.
  • In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the milk, egg, and maple syrup, then whisk until combined.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir until just combined, being careful not to over-mix; a few lumps are fine.
  • Gently fold in the mixed berries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Using a spoon, evenly distribute the oatmeal mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the Oatmeal Cups from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Substitute quick oats for rolled oats if needed, though texture will differ.
  • Use non-dairy milk alternatives like almond, soy, or oat milk for dairy-free options.
  • For a vegan version, replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water).
  • Try different fruits such as chopped apples, peaches, or dried fruits for variety.
  • Store Oatmeal Cups in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, refrigerate up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Keyword Easy, Healthy, Quick, Vegetarian