I’m still trying to get my sugar levels back in check after coming off a 2 month binge of sweets and savory meals – which is totally worth every single bite, don’t get me wrong!! It’s going to be especially hard today/tonight/this weekend because it’s my (cough cough….30th) birthday!! I figured I would start off the day on the right foot, knowing very well that it will quickly lead me to something sinfully wonderful temptation later on.
One of my favorite fruits in oatmeal are apples. Usually I just chop up an apple, nuke it in the microwave and then add it to my oatmeal. But this morning called for something a little extra special and fun – a cupcake! Aren’t these the best guilt-free cupcakes ever! Just love them!!
Baked Apple ‘Cupcakes’
Ingredients
- 1 apple, cored
- 1/4 cup oats
- 1/2 cup water
- dash of cinnamon
- toppings: granola, peanut butter, maple syrup, blueberries, banana (options are endless)
1. Preheat oven to 375. Core apple about half way down. Place apple in an 8×8 glass baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until apple is starting to get soft but not mushy.
2. Once apple is done baking, combine oats and water. Place in microwave for 1 min 30 seconds. Once cooked, add in cinnamon to taste.
3. Cut apple in half horizontally and core the bottom portion until core is completely removed. Place half of the oatmeal on top of half of the apple. Repeat with other half of each.
4. Add any toppings you desire and enjoy!
these are so cute! and what a healthy substitute for actual cupcakes
This is the best idea I have heard about all week. Thank you, can’t wait to try it!
You are welcome!! They are soo good. I wanted one for breakfast this morning but woke up too late. Oops! Stop back and let me know how you like it.
Looks healthy and delicious! Perfect for a dieter like me
Thanks so much for stopping by!! I have been making them atleast once per week! Always yummy!!
I’m going to start making them after my morning run. Delish!
[...] I'm still trying to get my sugar levels back in check after coming off a 2 month binge of sweets and savory meals – which is totally worth every single bite, don't get me wrong!! It's going to be especially hard today/tonight/this weekend because it's my (cough cough….30th) birthday!! I figured I would start off the day on the right foot, knowing very well that it will quickly lead me to something sinfully wonderful temptation later on. One o … Read More [...]
I love this idea! I couldn’t even tell the ‘cake’ part was an apple until I read the ingredients! This will be breakfast soon.
Erika you will love the cupcakes! Fun way to change up your breakfast!
Wow, this is a really cool idea. Would never have thought of something like that. Nice!
what a neat idea i have never seen those before… cute!
[...] I'm still trying to get my sugar levels back in check after coming off a 2 month binge of sweets and savory meals – which is totally worth every single bite, don't get me wrong!! It's going to be especially hard today/tonight/this weekend because it's my (cough cough….30th) birthday!! I figured I would start off the day on the right foot, knowing very well that it will quickly lead me to something sinfully wonderful temptation later on. One o … Read More [...]
Looks delicious, can’t wait to try these out.
OHMYGOSH!!! Those are adorable!!!!
Thanks!!! They are fun for all ages!
breakfast cupcakes?! wow, brekkie gets even better! thanks for sharing.
That looks so delicious, youre a genius!
Raymund
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Genius! I love baked apples and I love oatmeal. Can’t wait to try these.