These apple cinnamon breakfast crumble cups feel like dessert, but theyโre built from simple, affordable ingredients you probably already have. Theyโre warm, cozy, and perfectly portioned… ideal for busy mornings when you want something comforting without overdoing it.
Soft, cinnamon-spiced apples form the base, while a simple oat crumble adds just enough sweetness and texture. Baked in muffin tins, these cups are easy to store, reheat, and pack for work or school.
Theyโre especially great for using up apples that are starting to soften… turning potential food waste into a breakfast everyone looks forward to.
Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Crumble Cups
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minutesWarm apple-filled breakfast cups topped with a simple oat crumble for a cozy, make-ahead meal.
Ingredients
- Apple Filling
2 apples, diced
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Crumble Topping
1 cup quick oats
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Pinch of salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Cook apples with butter, cinnamon, and sugar for 5 minutes.
- Mix crumble ingredients in a bowl.
- Spoon apples into greased muffin cups.
- Top with crumble.
- Bake 20 minutes until golden.
Optional Tips/Variations
- Add chopped nuts.
Serve with yogurt.
Use pears instead of apples.
Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate up to 4 days.
- Reheat in microwave for 30 seconds.







