• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • All Recipes
  • About Me
  • Contact

Whole Food Bellies logo

menu icon
go to homepage
  • All Recipes
  • About Me
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • All Recipes
    • About Me
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » All Recipes

    Author: Donna | Published: Jul 19, 2021 |

    Baked Cinnamon Apple and Oat Muffin Cups

    82 shares
    • Share
    • Email
    • Flipboard
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    Apple Cinnamon Muffins

    These Baked Cinnamon Apple and Oat Muffin Cups are a great easy snack to have on hand. They require only a handful of ingredients and come together in no time at all, making them perfect for making a big batch for your busy week ahead. Refined sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free these are a perfect addition to lunch boxes or picnic baskets.

    wooden board containing apple cinnamon oatmeal cups with fresh apples and honey in the background

    Baked Cinnamon Apple and Oat Muffin Cups

    These little bites of deliciousness could be on your table in no time at all.

    They require only simple ingredients and come together very easily.

    You are going to need:

    • old-fashioned oats - remember to check the packet if you are wanting the recipe to be gluten-free;
    • large eggs - opt for free range or cage free eggs. If you prefer not to use eggs I have substitution ideas below;
    • apple - I tend to go for sweeter apples like pink lady or honeycrisp to give more sweetness to the muffin, but any apple will work;
    • maple syrup - opt for pure maple syrup, not maple flavoured syrup;
    • walnuts - you can sub for another nut if you don't have walnuts on hand, or for some pepita seeds if you want to keep these nut free for school;
    • almond milk or other plant-based milk of choice. You can always use regular cows milk if you prefer;
    • ground cinnamon;
    • baking powder - look for aluminium free;
    • vanilla extract - look for pure vanilla extract, not vanilla essence.

    That's it!

    Overhead labelled shot of ingredients needed for apple cinnamon oatmeal cups
    Ingredients required for apple cinnamon oatmeal muffin cups.

    Want Your Cinnamon Apple Oat Muffin To Be Vegan or Egg-Free?

    Not a problem!

    If you want to make these muffins vegan or egg-free then you can simply sub in some chia or flax eggs instead.

    For each egg used in the recipe, simply sub in one tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flax seeds mixed with 3 tablespoons of water and left to sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and gelatinous.

    Once you have the required texture, simply use them as you would the eggs in the recipe.

    Too Easy!

    overhead shot of mixed apple cinnamon oatmeal cup ingredients with a cookie scoop and a muffin tray to the side

    How To Prepare and Store Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Cups

    To make these muffins you are simply going to mix all of the ingredients together, divide the mixture between cups in a muffin tin, and then pop them into the oven until baked to perfection.

    Sounds easy right!

    Apple and oat muffins will last in an airtight container on the kitchen bench for about 3-5 days.

    They can also be frozen for about 3 months.

    Simply pull out of the freezer the night before you want to eat them, and allow them to thaw in the fridge overnight.

    Need another apple based treat to use up more Fall apples? Try these apple scones next.

    Apple cinnamon muffins on a cooling tray with fresh apples, cinnamon and oats on the side

    How To Serve Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins

    These little muffins are pretty versatile.

    They can be served cooled to room temperature and packed for a lunch or picnic.

    If it is cold outside and you need something warming, they can be eaten straight from the oven (allow to cool slightly first so you don't burn your tongue), or you can pop into the microwave for about 20 seconds to reheat.

    They also go well served:

    • with a drizzle of maple syrup or honey on top;
    • warmed, sliced in half, with some butter spread on top of the slices;
    • sliced in half and topped with some nut butter of choice (walnut or almond butter go particularly well);
    • as a grab and go breakfast option.
    A drizzle of maple syrup on top of a apple cinnamon muffin

    Need more Cinnamon Apple Recipes?

    Once you have made these apple and oat muffins you are more than likely going to have a hankering for this amazing flavour combination (it is perfect for Fall after all!).

    Luckily for you, that particular combination happens to be a favorite of mine!

    Check out these yummy recipes using cinnamon and apple as the main ingredients:

    • Fresh Apple Cinnamon Granola
    • Brown Butter Apple Sice Muffins
    • Keto Mini Apple Cinnamon Grain-Free Muffins
    • Healthy Pumpkin Muffins with Apple and Granola Crumb
    • Apple Cinnamon Bread from Plated Cravings
    overhead shot of a hand reaching for a baked apple cinnamon oatmeal muffin on a cooling rack

    Happy Eating

    xx

    Recipe

    Maple syrup being drizzled on apple cinnamon oatmeal cups

    Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins

    These Baked Cinnamon Apple and Oat Muffin Cups are a great easy snack to have on hand. They require only a handful of ingredients and come together in no time at all, making them perfect for making a big batch for your busy week ahead. Refined sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free these are a perfect addition to lunch boxes or picnic baskets.
    5 from 5 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save Recipe Saved Recipes!
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine Anytime
    Servings 15 serves
    Calories 120 kcal

    Clicking any equipment link above will earn me a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 cups old fashioned oats
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 apple peeled, cored and diced
    • ¼ cup maple syrup
    • ½ cup walnuts roughly chopped
    • 1 cup almond milk
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 deg F (175C) and line a muffin pan with muffin liners.
    • In a large bowl mix together the eggs, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
    • Add in the oats, diced apple, walnuts, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
    • Scoop the oat mixture into the muffin pan.
    • Bake in the oven for 25 minutes until the top is golden.
    • Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 mins. Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup (optional).

    Notes

    Store in an airtight container on the bench for about 3 days.
    Can also be frozen for about 3 months. Simply remove from the freezer the night before they are needed, and allow to thaw in the fridge overnight.
    Can be reheated in the microwave for approximately 20 seconds and served warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 71mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 39IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment HERE and let us know how it was!

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    « No-Churn Homemade Peach Ice Cream Recipe
    How To Make Pot Pourri: In The Slow Cooker Or On The Stovetop »
    82 shares
    • Share
    • Email
    • Flipboard

    Whole Food Bellies is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

    Check out my Amazon store here.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Joan says

      June 04, 2023 at 7:18 pm

      Can I substitute honey for the maple syrup and other fruit for the apple?

      Reply
      • Donna says

        June 11, 2023 at 3:13 pm

        Absolutely!

        Reply
    2. Jayne says

      August 25, 2022 at 5:50 am

      Really enjoyed these muffins. Perfect for light breakfast with coffee.

      Reply
    3. Dearbhla says

      February 04, 2022 at 12:36 pm

      Kids loved these in their lunchbox this week!

      Reply
    5 from 5 votes (2 ratings without comment)

    Leave a Comment Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Hello and welcome, I'm Donna!

    I am so glad you are here!

    Since I have a part-time job, 3 little kids, and a love of good food (as do you I assume), I have learned how to get the most out of the kitchen in the smallest amount of time.

    Forget about hunting down weird ingredients and making trips to specialty shops.

    We are going to make the most of what is available at the store and farmer's markets all whilst enjoying some delicious meals the whole family (hopefully...if you have fussy eaters I guarantee nothing) will enjoy.

    Pop on that apron and let's get creative in the kitchen!

    More about me →

    New Recipes

    • How to freeze quinoa
    • Quick and easy chicken cashew stir fry served in a white bowl with steamed rice
    • almond butter coconut toast with chocolate drizzle
    • Bell pepper and chickpea tacos

    Summer Salads

    • Tomato and Nectarine Salad. A great little unique salad showcasing all of summers beautiful fresh flavors
    • Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe
    • Lightened Up Creamy Pasta Salad
    • Spinach Strawberry Pecan Salad

    Snacks

    • chia seeds sprinkled on top of the date smoothie
    • banana blueberry smoothie served in a tall glass with a blue and white straw
    • Layered smoothie served in 4 tall skinny glasses
    • Banana cinnamon roll smoothie

    Sweet Snacks

    • mini pumpkin muffins
    • Fruit and Nut Mix
    • grain free muffins
    • Coconut Oat Chia Squares

    Savory Snacks

    • Chia seeds sitting in a wooden spoon
    • A bowl of orange hummus served in a white bowl surrounded by chopped veggies
    • broccoli fritters
    • Lemon Beet Hummus served with crisp breads

    Footer

    ^ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Accessibility Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Media Kit

    Copyright © 2022 Whole Food Bellies

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.