Best Apple Cinnamon Oat Bake Bites for Cozy, Guilt-Free Mornings

Delight in these Apple Cinnamon Oat Bake Bites, perfect for busy mornings or a wholesome snack, featuring comforting cinnamon and sweet apples.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 12 bites

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Oat Base

3 cups rolled oats Use old-fashioned oats for best texture.
1 tbsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon Star spice providing warmth.

For the Apple Mix

2 cups fresh apple Choose a crisp variety like Granny Smith.
1 cup unsweetened applesauce Adds moisture without extra sugar.

For Binding & Sweetening

1 large egg Acts as a binding agent.
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Natural sweetener enhancing flavor.

Optional Add-Ins

1/2 cup chopped nuts Walnuts or pecans add crunch.
1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries Adds fruity sweetness.

Equipment

muffin tin
mixing bowl
whisk

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
Combine rolled oats, baking powder, and ground cinnamon in a bowl.
Stir finely chopped fresh apple and unsweetened applesauce together in a separate bowl.
Whisk egg with honey (or maple syrup) until smooth, then pour into the oat-apple mix.
Fold in chopped nuts or dried fruit if desired.
Spoon mixture into muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Let bites rest in tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra creaminess. Use fresh apples for the best taste.

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