With all these creative oatmeal recipes right at your fingertips, breakfast can be easier than ever. Who knew there were so many delicious recipes to make with oats?
Why We Love Oatmeal
Think of oatmeal as a blank canvas. There are an endless number of toppings and flavor combinations that you can add, or you can switch it up and use oats for something entirely different. The days of mushy, bland oatmeal are over.
Oatmeal can be made in so many ways, you will never feel tired of eating it. Plus, it is super easy to make, so you can be sure to have a filling and healthy breakfast before you head out the door!
For more amazing breakfast dishes, check out these Blueberry Sweet Buns and this entire list of delicious easy breakfast ideas.
Oatmeal is not only delicious, but it is also nutritious! Oats are whole grains that are loaded with good carbs and plenty of fiber. They are also packed with a ton of vitamins and minerals.
What Kind of Oats Can You Use?
Actually, any kind of oats are better than most cereal brands, with the exception of the instant variety that's loaded with sugar.
Whether you use instant oatmeal, quick oats, instant oats, rolled oats, or steel-cut oats, they are all a whole grain healthy option. Steel-cut takes longer to cook so is not the best type of oats for some of these recipes. See each one for directions.
Oatmeal is also an easy way to add in even more nutrients by mixing in fresh fruit, nuts and seeds, or go savory with tomatoes and fresh spinach.
Eating oats regularly is a great way to lower cholesterol, improve blood pressure, and promote healthy digestion.
Healthy Oats Recipes
We love these oatmeal recipes because they are nutritious, easy to make, take few ingredients, and are truly filling and delicious.
Breakfast Oatmeal Cups Recipe
Tropical Coconut Oatmeal Porridge
Healthy Baked Oatmeal with Blueberries
Banana Nut Oatmeal
Easy Muffin Recipe
Delicious Almond Joy Muffins
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal Cups
Carrot Cake Steel Cut Oats - Slow Cooker!
Carrot Cake Steel Cut Oatmeal
Vegan Baked Oatmeal with Apples and Spices
Oatmeal Banana Muffins
Pan Fried Oatmeal Recipe
Spiced Pear Baked Oatmeal
Oatmeal Breakfast Cups
Vegan Peaches and Cream Baked Oatmeal
Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe
Roasted Grape Oatmeal
Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal
Raspberry Overnight Oats
Brownie Baked Oatmeal
Baked Cherry Oatmeal Recipe: Delicious Simple Wholesome Breakfast
Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal
Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal Recipe
Slow Cooker Maple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Blueberry Pie Baked Oatmeal with Crumb Topping {easy recipe}
Oatmeal Yogurt Cups with Honey
Make-Ahead Steel-Cut Oatmeal with Maple-Stewed Berries
Chocolate Oat Breakfast Bars (Gluten-free)
Banana Cream Chia Overnight Steel Cut Oats
Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats Cooked with Earl Grey Tea
Chocolate Chip Oat Bites
Savory Oatmeal Bowls
Instant Pot Breakfast Pudding
Easy Overnight Oats Recipe with Yogurt
Toaster Oven Baked Oatmeal
Top Tips For Making Oatmeal
- Try mixing up different types of oats. Sometimes combing two types of oats gives your oatmeal a better texture and makes it hold up better for leftovers. For example: If the recipe calls for 2 cups of old-fashioned oats, use 1 cup of old-fashioned and 1 cup of steel-cut oats.
- Make sure to turn down the oatmeal to a simmer if cooking on the stove. It’s easy to burn the bottom, so stir frequently.
- Add a little salt to the pot when cooking on the stove. It helps bring out the natural flavor of the oats.
- For a slightly nutty flavor, try toasting the oats in a pan with a little bit of oil before cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Oatmeal makes a very nutritious breakfast, so yes, you could eat it every day! Oatmeal is low in calories and full of fiber which keeps you full longer.
In addition to all the recipes above, there are many tasty mix-ins for oatmeal. Try yogurt, fresh fruit, brown sugar, chia seeds, dried fruit, nuts and sunflower seeds, spices, peanut butter, sliced bananas, chocolate chips, or even sweet potatoes! For savory oatmeal try greens and tomatoes!
There are many ways to add flavor and naturally sweeten oatmeal without adding unwanted calories or unhealthy additives. Try adding fresh fruit such as sliced bananas and berries, drizzle with honey or maple syrup, stir in some spices and flavors like vanilla extract and cinnamon, or infuse with tea while cooking for a flavor punch. Top oatmeal with coconut milk from the dairy section. It has more calcium than cow's milk and less fat and sugar. (It does not taste like coconut!)
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