If you are looking for recipes using oats, you've come to the right place. Included is 30 oat recipes that go beyond standard oatmeal, including sweet and savory options. It's time to use this cheap pantry staple to its full potential.
Oats are a pantry staple that I always have on hand. You may think that oats are only good for making oatmeal, but they are actually an incredibly versatile grain.
Not only are oats full of nutrients and health benefits, they are also inexpensive. Unless you can't tolerate oats or are on a special diet that excludes them, I would encourage everyone to get friendly with this lovely grain.
As part of our pantry highlight challenge, I'm sharing with you thirty recipes using oats to spark your creativity. Let's start using oats to their fullest potential.
30 Recipes Using Oats
Stovetop Oatmeal
Yes, stovetop oatmeal is a basic recipe, but if you are still buying oatmeal packets, you need a good basic stovetop recipe in your life. Making oatmeal on the stove couldn't be easier, is super cheap, and can be customized in so many different ways to jazz up your plain oatmeal.
Variations:
Oat pancakes
These simple oat pancakes are naturally whole grain and gluten free. Using basic pantry ingredients, they can be whipped up easily in the blender and on the skillet in no time.
Easy Granola
Granola is great to make for meal prep or for gifts. Sprinkle it on yogurt, fruit, smoothie bowls, or just snack on it by itself.
4. Baked apple oatmeal
This baked apple oatmeal is a winner for fall and perfect for breakfast meal prep.
Pumpkin oat muffins
Healthy pumpkin oat muffins are awesome in the fall for breakfast or snacks. I love that they don't use flour, but just blended oats.
No flour banana oatmeal muffins
These healthy oatmeal muffins sweetened with bananas are a staple snack in our house. Every time I have over ripe bananas that I need to use, I whip up a batch.
Breakfast cookies
Breakfast cookies are a great grab and go breakfast option to make in advance. I bet you could make a bunch and put in the freezer too.
Peanut butter oatmeal balls
3-ingredient peanut butter oatmeal balls have been a favorite snack at my house for years. My kids loved helping me make them when they were young, and now they make them on their own.
Strawberry banana oat bars
These strawberry banana oat bars are just calling out to me. Don't they look awesome? I love that they use simple ingredients too. Great for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
Meatloaf
Oats also make a great binder. You can use them in any way you would breadcrumbs like in this meatloaf. I use them frequently this way for a gluten-free alternative.
Meatballs
Turkey meatballs also use oats as a binder and they look super tasty.
Oat crusted chicken strips
Oat crusted chicken strips are a brilliant way to bread chicken. Kid friendly and fiber rich.
Icelandic Vegetable and Oat Soup
Oats are also excellent at thickening soups. This Icelandic vegetable and oat soup looks incredibly hearty and comforting for the cold fall and winter months.
Mediterranean Stuffed Mushrooms
Oats can even be used as a delicious stuffing as showcased in these Mediterranean stuffed mushrooms. Yum!
Savory oatmeal
Most people are familiar with sweet oatmeal, but they can also be savory. Here are five savory oatmeal recipes that look delicious.
Oat flour dinner rolls
Oats can even be used to make oat flour dinner rolls. Who knew?
Oat stuffed baked pears
If you have pears, oats, nuts, and sweetener, you are on your way to a deliciously simple dessert. These oat stuffed baked pears look delish!
Oatmeal pie crust
Oats can also be made into an oatmeal pie crust, which is somewhat similar to a cookie crust.
Oatmeal Smoothie
If you are trying to bump up your fiber intake, try this oatmeal smoothie recipe. Oats add a creaminess and slightly sweet flavor that I love in a smoothie.
Oat milk
Oat milk is a great milk alternative that is gaining popularity in the dairy-free world. It's actually very easy to make your own at home too.
Oatmeal raisin cookie dough "ice cream"
Oatmeal raisin cookie dough "ice cream" is a creative way to enjoy a healthy dairy-free dessert.
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Helpful tools when cooking with oats
A high speed blender is needed when breaking down oats into a powder. There are many blenders out there, but I own and love the Ninja. It's a middle of the road blender that has served us well.
What is your favorite way to use oats?
FAQs
High-sugar toppings like chocolate, syrup, and dried fruit
As Best points out, "some of the worst ingredients that are mistakenly added to healthy overnight oat recipes include chocolate sauce, sugar, syrup, and dried fruit."
What is the healthiest way to eat oatmeal? ›
The bottom line
Adding nutritious toppings to oatmeal can boost its flavor and contribute to its health benefits. Try adding fruit for sweetness, veggies or eggs for a savory twist, or sources of protein and fat to make it a balanced meal.
What's the difference between porridge and oatmeal? ›
But the main difference between porridge and oatmeal is that porridge is made with a variety of whole grains, cereal or legumes, and oatmeal is made with oats (either rolled, flattened or ground).
Can you make a week's worth of oatmeal? ›
With a little forethought and a few Mason jars, you can make enough steel-cut oats for a whole week in just five minutes.
Why is it not good to eat oatmeal everyday? ›
This suggests oats can be consumed every day. However, since oats are high in fiber, you may notice changes in your stool's appearance and the frequency at which you poop. Consuming an excess amount of oats may also lead to decreased nutrient absorption.
Is there anything negative about eating oatmeal? ›
Oats can cause gas and bloating. To minimize side effects, start with a low dose and increase slowly to the desired amount. Your body will get used to oat bran and the side effects will likely go away. When applied to the skin: Lotion containing oat extract is possibly safe to use on the skin.
Is oatmeal better for you than potatoes? ›
Compare 100 calories of baked potato to 100 calories of oatmeal, and you find a bit less protein (3 grams vs. 4), a bit more starch (18 grams vs. 16) and a similar mineral profile (potatoes have more potassium, but oats have more selenium). But potatoes beat out oats in just about every vitamin, as well as fiber.
Is it better to eat oatmeal in the morning or at night? ›
There is no particular time to eat oats. You can consume the oats at lunch and dinner too. This cereal, however, is consumed in breakfast mostly. It contains fiber, magnesium, complex carbohydrates, etc, which help in keeping your tummy full for a longer time, thus, reducing overeating.
Is oatmeal better than Bread? ›
Oatmeal Is a Good Carb
Complex carbohydrates, like oats, take longer for your body to digest. They don't cause the same swings in blood sugars as simple carbs like white bread or sugar. Plus, oats deliver nutrients like magnesium and phosphorus.
Is grits a porridge? ›
grits, a porridge of coarsely ground grain, especially hominy, that is the basis for a popular foodstuff in the American South. It resembles the Italian ground-corn dish called polenta, but the latter is typically made of ground flint corn, which yields a firm cornmeal.
It is known as simply "porridge" or, more commonly in the United States and Canada, "oatmeal". In the US, oat and wheat porridge can both be called "hot cereal". Rolled oats are commonly used in England, oatmeal in Scotland and steel-cut oats in Ireland.
What is healthier than oatmeal for breakfast? ›
Millet. Naturally gluten-free and rich in vitamins and minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium, and folate, millet may be the most nutritious substitute for oatmeal ( 2 ).
What happens to your body when you eat oatmeal everyday for a month? ›
Because of the fiber content, oatmeal can help lower your "bad" LDL cholesterol, stabilize blood sugar levels and even lower high blood pressure—all of which play a significant role in minimizing risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
What happens to your body when you eat oatmeal 3 times a day? ›
Lowered cholesterol and blood sugar levels:
Oats are a good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber helps lower cholesterol and keeps blood glucose levels under control. The insoluble fiber makes the waste material move past the intestine and protects against constipation.
Can you leave oatmeal out for 3 hours and it still be good? ›
Is it safe to eat oatmeal left out overnight? It's generally not recommended to leave overnight oats at room temperature for more than 2 hours. This is because oatmeal can easily spoil and become contaminated with bacteria if left out for too long.
What is the best to mix with oatmeal? ›
When in doubt, add nut butters for creaminess, sweetness, and plenty of good protein. We like crunchy peanut butter for added texture, almond butter, cashew butter, and even tahini. Throw a chopped banana and a smudge of vanilla paste into stovetop oats for creamy, delicious, banana bread oatmeal.
What can I mix with oatmeal? ›
- Strawberries, almonds and cocoa nibs.
- Banana, peanut butter and a few dark chocolate chips.
- Apricots, sprinkle of rosewater, chopped pistachios/almonds.
- Peaches roasted with cardamon or lavender.
- Coconut, cherries and cocoa nibs (replace some of the water/milk with coconut milk).
According to Healthline.com, oats are a good source of carbs and fiber and are even filled with "important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant plant compounds." When combined with the natural energy found in pure honey, there is no doubt that honey and oats pack a powerful punch when enjoyed together.
Is it OK to eat eggs and oatmeal together? ›
Is it ok to eat oatmeal and eggs together? Totally!!! You're getting a balance of macronutrients from the two big players: carbohydrates and fiber from the oats and protein and fat from the eggs. Benefits of Eggs: great source of protein (7g per egg) and dietary cholesterol (cholesterol isn't all bad!)
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