Oatmeal Cups

These oatmeal cups are a convenient and customizable breakfast option. You can make a batch ahead of time and store them in the fridge for a quick and easy morning meal

Ingredients:

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Optional Add-ins: dried fruits, nuts, chocolate chips, or fresh berries

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, mix together the old-fashioned oats, baking powder, and salt.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined.
5. Add Optional Add-ins:
   • Fold in any optional add-ins such as dried fruits, nuts, chocolate chips, or fresh berries.
6. Scoop into Muffin Tin:
   • Spoon the oatmeal mixture into each muffin cup, filling them nearly to the top.
7. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool:
   • Allow the oatmeal cups to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve:
   • Serve the oatmeal cups warm or at room temperature.