Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Recipe

Enjoy a warm and comforting breakfast with this delicious Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal! This recipe puts a fun twist on traditional oatmeal by "baking" the apple in the microwave for a quick and easy meal. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and studded with cranberries, this recipe is perfect for busy mornings. Easily doubled for a crowd!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 109.3 kcal

Protein 3g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

1 medium apple
1 tablespoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ cup instant oatmeal
¼ cup dried cranberries
tablespoon margarine
2 servings instant oatmeal
1 tablespoon butter

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How to Make Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Core and peel 1 medium apple.
Place the apple in a microwave-safe bowl. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon over the apple.
Stuff the apple with 1/4 cup of dried cranberries and 1/4 cup of instant oatmeal. Top with 1 tablespoon of butter.
Cover the bowl with microwave-safe plastic wrap and microwave on high for 3 1/2 minutes.
Let the apple rest for 2 minutes.
Chop the cooked apple into bite-sized pieces.
In a separate bowl, prepare 2 servings of instant oatmeal according to package directions. Add the juice from the cooked apple to the oatmeal.
Stir in the chopped baked apple. Microwave for 1 1/2 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal?

Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal?

Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal has approximately 109.3 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal?

The key ingredients for Baked Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal are Apple, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Oats, Dried Cranberries, Margarine. See the full list with measurements above.