Baked Apple Cinnamon Oat Cups
15min
25min
4
165
Chef's Note
For an extra protein boost, you can serve these oat cups with a side of Greek yogurt if dairy is allowed. To make these even more kid-friendly, try using cookie cutters to shape apple slices for decoration on top before baking. These oat cups freeze beautifully - just microwave for 30 seconds when ready to enjoy!
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Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats
4 large egg whites
1/4 cup protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 medium apples
1 tablespoon coconut oil (for greasing)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of rolled oats, 1/4 cup of protein powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 large egg whites, 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce, 3 tablespoons of honey, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4
Peel and core the 2 apples, then dice one apple into small pieces (about 1/4 inch cubes) and grate the other apple.
- 5
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- 6
Fold in the diced and grated apples, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- 7
Divide the mixture evenly among 12 muffin cups (about 3/4 full each).
- 8
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sunflower seeds evenly across the tops of the oat cups.
- 9
Bake for 23-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 10
Allow the oat cups to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 11
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
165
8g
25g
4g
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