Name: Maple Vanilla Granola Cups
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12 cups
Cuisine: American

Knead Some Sweets Verified

January 26, 2026

These crunchy and satisfying Maple Vanilla Granola Cups make for an amazing grab-and-go breakfast or snack!

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Maple Vanilla Granola Cups

Knead Some Sweets Verified

Ingredients

WarningTreenuts and 3 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325℉. Line a 12-count muffin tin with parchment paper muffin liners or grease with non-stick cooking spray.

Combine the rolled oats and chopped nuts in a mixing bowl. In another bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and olive oil. Add to the oat/nut mixture and stir until fully coated.

Scoop into prepared muffin tin, distributing evenly between all 12 cups. Pack down slightly with a spoon into the cups to help them stay together. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool down for 10 minutes before removing from the pan to finish cooling on a wire rack to prevent them from sweating in the pan and allow them to crisp up.

Store in an airtight container and serve with yogurt or plain like a granola bar. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toasting Technique Magic 🔥
Spread oats and nuts on a large baking sheet and toast them before mixing with wet ingredients to enhance their nutty flavor and improve overall crunchiness.
Moisture Control Mastery 💧
Use a light hand when adding liquid ingredients to prevent soggy granola - aim for a just-moistened texture that will crisp up beautifully during baking.
Silicone Mold Secret 🧊
For perfect granola cups, use silicone muffin molds which allow easy removal and prevent sticking without additional greasing.
Vanilla Flavor Amplification 🌿
Use high-quality pure vanilla extract and consider adding a tiny pinch of sea salt to dramatically enhance the maple and vanilla flavor profile.
Cooling & Storing Hack 🥣
Allow granola cups to cool completely at room temperature before storing to maintain their crisp texture, and store in an airtight container to preserve freshness.