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If you love the cozy flavors of apple pie, these Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal Muffin Cups are going to be a hit in your kitchen. Hearty, perfectly portioned, and freezer-friendly, they are an easy way to enjoy baked oatmeal in a grab-and-go form.
I first made these with honey crisp apples picked from my sister’s tree, and they instantly became a family favorite. Warm from the oven, chilled from the fridge, or reheated in the microwave (affiliate link), they’re satisfying any time of day — breakfast, snack, or even a light dessert.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Old-fashioned oats — Rolled oats give structure. Quick oats also work, but skip instant.
- Brown sugar — Adds just enough sweetness. Use coconut sugar or a sugar substitute if you prefer.
- Baking powder — Helps keep the muffins light and structured.
- Cinnamon — Classic apple pie spice. Try pumpkin pie spice or apple pie spice blends for variety.
- Salt — Balances flavors.
- Eggs — Hold the batter together. Use flax eggs for a vegan version.
- Skim milk — Any milk works — almond, oat, soy, or coconut.
- Unsweetened applesauce — Adds moisture and natural sweetness.
- Vanilla extract — Brings out the pie-like flavors.
- Chopped apple — Honey Crisp, Pink Lady, or Granny Smith are all delicious. Peel or leave unpeeled to your preference.
- Old-fashioned oats — Rolled oats give structure. Quick oats also work, but skip instant.
WW Points and Nutrition
According to my calculations, each muffin cup has:
- Calories: 99 calories
- WW Points: 1
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) - Old WW Points: 3 PointsPlus
How to Make Cinnamon Apple Baked Oatmeal Muffin Cups, Step-by-Step
Step 1: Gather and prepare all ingredients
Step 2: Prep oven and muffin pan
Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 12-cup muffin tin (affiliate link) with nonstick spray.
Step 3: Stir ingredients together until well combined
Step 4: Bake
Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups. Bake 20–25 minutes, until lightly browned and firm to the touch.
Step 5: Cool and serve
Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Recipe Notes and Serving Suggestions
- Try shredding the apple instead of chopping if you prefer a softer texture.
- Store in the refrigerator for several days or wrap and freeze for quick breakfasts.
- Reheat briefly in the microwave (affiliate link) for a warm, comforting snack.
- Top with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or a sprinkle of chopped nuts for extra flavor.
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Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal Muffin Cups (WW Friendly)
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup skim milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup finely chopped apple (peeled or unpeeled)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350. Coat 12 muffin tin cups with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl stir together the oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Add the eggs, applesauce, milk, vanilla and apples and stir until well combined.
- Spoon the oatmeal mixture evenly between the prepared muffin cups. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until oatmeal is lightly browned and firm and dry when touched.
- Take out of the oven and let the oatmeal cups cool for 5 minutes. Remove muffins and serve.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 3 PointsPlus (Old plan) These baked oatmeal cups can be made completely ahead of time and frozen for up to 3 months. I make a double batch of these and freeze them all the time! They reheat beautifully, about a minute for two muffins. No old fashioned oats? I’ve also used quick cooking oats with great results. Just don’t use instant oatmeal! Apples? I used honey crisp apples picked from my sister’s tree, but any apple variety you like or have on hand will work. Peeled or unpeeled. it’s your choice. Be sure to chop the apples into small pieces of less than 1/2 inch to insure they soften during baking. You could also shred the apple instead of finely chopping if it’s easier. Different Spices? I used Penzeys Pie Spice instead of Cinnamon. Pumpkin pie spice would work well too.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe Source: adapted from EmilyBites
More Easy Healthy Oatmeal Recipes
If you enjoy these Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal Muffin Cups, try:
- Warm and creamy this Crock Pot Apple Oatmeal is perfect for fall mornings.
- Quick and cozy Microwave Apple Pie Oatmeal is like apple pie in a bowl.
- Perfectly portioned and freezer-friendly Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal Muffin Cups a brimming with banana flavor.
- With its dense cake-like texture Crock Pot Baked Oatmeal is a delicious, dessert-like alternative to your morning bowl of porridge.
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These are delicious! Thank you so much for sharing it with us.
Hi April, Glad you liked them! Thanks for taking the time to let us know 🙂 ~Martha
I have made these several times because we love them. I just keep forgetting to comment. I love that I can grab and go for a healthy snack or chop 2 up in a bowl, heat it and add milk and nuts for a nice breakfast!
Thanks for all you do for us WW gals. I have followed you for a long time!
Donna
Hi Donna, Thanks for your helpful, thoughtful comment. I appreciate it more than you know. ~Martha
I love oatmeal. Just made these and they are delicious. A bit too sweet for me though, will use less sugar next time I make these.
Thanks!
Hi Tricia, Glad you liked them. Thanks for taking the time to let us know. ~Martha
Hi, i wanted to make these but I decided to do a calorie check first, I’m counting calories. I entered everything exactly, except for unsweetened almond milk instead of milk, they came out to 117 calories ea, not 99.
Now I will start baking them. 🙂
Hi Tricia,
Thanks for the information. Calorie counts can vary depending on the software and ingredients used! ~Martha
Easy to make and tasted delicious. Will be making these again soon.
Hi Nancy, So happy so see that you liked these as much as we do! ~Martha
Hi what does the -21 grams of fibre mean in the apple oatmeal muffins? Thanks Cheryl
Hi Cheryl, It was a typo. Should have read 2.1g fiber. I’ve corrected it. Thanks for letting me know. ~Martha
Love these baked oatmeal muffins. I use Almond Milk and truvia brown sugar and works great.
Hi Debbie, So happy to hear it! Thanks for taking the time to let me know 🙂