Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups | 21 Day Fix Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
There isn’t anything better (to me) than freshly baked oatmeal–especially when it’s apple cinnamon flavored. And being able to cook it in the Instant Pot makes my morning so much better.
I love the smell of apple cinnamon oatmeal, and love the ease of baked oatmeal–you can eat it now or make a bigger batch and save it for later, and it still tastes the same. This 21 Day Fix apple cinnamon oatmeal makes the perfect grab and go breakfast.
Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups (printable recipe below)
For 1 Mug
1/2 cup oatmeal
1/3 cup coconut or almond milk
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
1 egg
1/4 cup diced apples
For 4 mugs
2 cups oatmeal
1 1/3 cup coconut or almond milk
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp vanilla
4 tsp maple syrup (optional)
4 eggs
1 cup diced apples (1 whole apple)
Directions:
1) Combine all the ingredients in a coffee mug. Mix well so that all of the oatmeal is wet.
2) Add 2 cups water in the Instant Pot insert and place the trivet on the bottom. Place the coffee mug in the Instant Pot and lock the lid into place, closing the pressure valve. My Instant Pot was able to hold 4 coffee mugs.
3) Cook on high pressure using the manual setting for 10 minutes. When the done, turn the Instant Pot off and let the pressure release naturally. Remove the mug from the Instant Pot. Be careful, they will be hot. If yours are not getting down in that time, see this chart for adjustments.
*Cooking time is the same for 1 mug or 4*
4) Serve while warm, or take with you on your way out of the house.
Tip: If you want to be able to pop it out of the mug spray the mug with coconut oil before adding the ingredients.
Note: You can also mix the ingredients in a large bowl and pour into the mugs, canning jars, or ramekins. 21 Day Fix container count per mug: 2Y, 1tsp, .5R, and .25P.
Weight Watchers | 1 Mug | 3 Freestyle Smart Points
Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups
Ingredients
For 1 Mug
- 1/2 cup oatmeal
- 1/3 cup coconut or almond milk
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup diced apples
Instructions
- 1) Combine all the ingredients in a coffee mug. Mix well so that all the oatmeal is wet.
- 2) Add 2 cups water in the Instant Pot insert and place the trivet on the bottom. Place the coffee mug in the Instant Pot and lock the lid into place closing the pressure valve. My Instant Pot was able to hold 4 coffee mugs.
- 3) Cook on high pressure using the manual setting for 10 minutes. When the done, turn the Instant Pot off and let the pressure release naturally. Remove the mug from the Instant Pot. Be careful, they will be hot.
- 4) Serve while warm, or take with you on your way out of the house.
Notes
Nutrition
*nutrition calculations are approximate
Kim says
How could you make these if you don’t have a instant pot? What about a microwave?
Becca says
You could but I’m not sure about the time because I’ve never done it!
Sheila says
I am very interested in many of your recipes but I do not have an Instant Pot. Could you offer alternative cooking options for them or does that conflict with your agreement with the Instant Pot company?
Becca says
Hi sheila! I try to add traditional cooking directions to most of the recipes, sometimes it takes an entire day of testing to get the second method so I can’t do it. I don’t work with Instant Pot, it’s just a super popular method of cooking right now!
I’ll definitely try to be better about this :)
Sheila says
Thank you Becca for your reply. I appreciate your efforts in trying to make your very good recipes usable for all of us.
Jett says
If you make these for the week,
Do you just add more liquid to reheat?
Becca says
Sometimes I add a little more milk!
Lori says
Hi Sheila,
Do you have a 21 day menu that prints out? I am printing out your recipes and they sound delicious!! I cannot wait to get started this Monday!!
Also, where do I find a Instant Pot? This is the first I’ve ever heard of one?
Rebecca says
Do you have calorie value for this instead of weight watcher points?
Becca says
Nope, just containers and WW. You can calculate calories and other info at https://www.verywell.com/recipe-nutrition-analyzer-4129594 :)
Mary says
Could you use applesauce in place of the apple? Sounds good. Can’t wait to try it. Thanks.
Becca says
Hey Mary! I don’t think you could swap that because the textures are completely different :-/
Linda says
Do u need to add an egg, or could u use egg substitute? This will be my first recipe in the IP.
Becca says
I’m sure you can use a substitute, but I haven’t done it yet!
Megan says
I can’t wait to try this! Quick question, how long does your Instant Pot usually take for the natural pressure release?
Becca says
10 minutes or so?
Brooke says
How long can these be stored, if they can be stored?
Becca says
I keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days! You can freeze them too!
Leigh says
Great question! Can I also add… just heat back up with 1min in the microwave?
J says
What kind of oatmeal do you usually use?
Becca says
The Quaker Old Fashioned oats in the big tub!
Beth says
I’m confused why it counts for 2Y. Wouldn’t it just be 1? What am I missing? Thanks!
Sarah says
I was thinking the same but milk is a yellow so I’m guessing since 1/3 cup is close to a 1/2 (1 yellow), then it’s 1/2 yellow for oats and 1/2 yellow for milk.
Becca says
Sorry, I missed this comment-oats expand (a lot) when cooked-that’s why!
Sarah says
Thanks for the recipe! Mine turned out dry and a little bland, but I left out the syrup since I was trying to be good and it said “optional.” 😊 Would that make all the difference? Or should I add more milk/water when I make it? Or would I do quick release instead natural if it’s too dry? Sorry for all the questions! I love this idea so want to make it work. 😃
Becca says
I’d add some more milk! :)
Sarah says
THANK YOU! 😊
Jennifer says
I love that you include eggs. I never seem satisfied when I just have oatmeal. I am going to try adding more apple though. I am going to try with a whole apple for 2 mugs and see what happens! Or have you tried it and it doesn’t work? I want to get more purple (fruit) for the day.
Becca says
Same with the eggs! I find them more filling.
You can definitely adjust the apple to your liking and needs–the recipe has worked great for me when I’ve added more!
Debi Patton says
May I ask, what is the purpose of the egg, aside from the nutritional value? I just can’t imagine putting egg in my oatmeal. If I leave it out, any idea how that might affect the consistency or cook time? Thanks!
Becca says
Hey Debi!
It’s baked oatmeal, not traditional. The egg helps to give the dish a hearty cake-like texture. If you leave it out I’d expect the oatmeal might be a little drier, and don’t know about the cook time–I cant imagine it would change.
Rhonda Tenderholt says
Hi, just found your site. If you don’t want to make these in cups, can you make it in a bowl or something? I’m looking for quick, easy recipes that I can make for my kids for the week for school and work.
Thanks, looks yummy.
Becca says
Hi there! You absolutely can! If you’re cooking the same amount of food, the cook time wouldn’t need to be changed. :)