Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Protein Cups
Deliciously nutritious cinnamon apple oatmeal protein cups, perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (180g) rolled oats
- 2 scoops (approx. 60g) vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup (150g) apple, finely diced
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup (240ml) milk (dairy or almond)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup (60ml) maple syrup
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a muffin tin.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix oats, protein powder, cinnamon, and baking powder until well combined.
- Whisk in milk, eggs, and maple syrup until just combined with the dry ingredients.
- Fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each almost to the brim.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the muffins are set and golden brown around the edges.
- Let cool slightly in the muffin tin before carefully removing to help them firm up and prevent sticking.
Notes
Pair with Greek yogurt and extra maple syrup for a delicious treat. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze for three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg