Top 10 Oatmeal Recipes

You've probably enjoyed a hearty bowl of oatmeal or overnight oats as a filling breakfast option, but did you know there are several dishes you can make with oats besides oatmeal? This pantry staple is a delicious component of all kinds of dishes that will satisfy you morning, noon, and night. Take a look at (and taste of!) our easy oatmeal recipes and the answers to every question you've ever had about this ingredient.

Is it good to eat oatmeal every day?

Although you should always talk to your doctor about the best diet for your health needs, there are many health benefits of eating oatmeal. It's a gluten-free grain that may help:

Lower cholesterol	Increase fiber intake	Stabilize blood sugar
Improve heart health	Ease chronic fatigue	Boost mineral intake
Boost vitamin intake	Help with weight control	Improve colon health

How do you make oatmeal tasty?

Oatmeal is a versatile ingredient that can be used for making so much more than your go-to morning meal. Try these tricks to make your oatmeal tasty:

Add fresh or dried fruit	Use dry oats in yogurt	Top with dried coconut
Sprinkle with cinnamon	Mix in nuts	Add dark chocolate chips
Drizzle in honey or agave	Add maple syrup	Add nut butter

Vegan Oatmeal Recipes

Oatmeal is a go-to ingredient for vegan recipes. Many of the easy oatmeal recipes below can be made vegan by swapping out meat and dairy ingredients for plant-based options.

Oatmeal Recipes

Oats are easy to add to all kinds of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack dishes. These easy oatmeal recipes will change the way you look at this grain forever.

Morning Glory Breakfast Cookies: These healthy morning treats are so deliciously filling, they're actually worth waking up for.	Cheese and Tomato Grits: You can use grits or oatmeal for this savory comfort food, and it can quickly be made in an Instant Pot.
Black Bean-Oat Burger: Vegan? Check. Full of flavor and texture? Check. Carnivore approved? You bet it is!	Oatmeal Stuffed Baked Apples with Maple Brown Butter: You won't believe how decadent this beginner-friendly dish tastes.
Chocolate Overnight Oatmeal Smoothie: A few minutes of prep guarantees a healthy and filling breakfast is ready to go when you're rushing out the door in the morning.	Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Energy Balls: This healthy pre- or post-workout snack takes minutes to make -- no baking required.
Savory Spanish Oatmeal Bowls: For a taste of the Mediterranean, all you need is oatmeal, chorizo, and red peppers.	Steel Cut Oats Risotto with Mushrooms and Chicken Sausage: Mushrooms and sausage elevate the humble oat in this dish.
Healthy Sweet Potato Oatmeal Muffins: Great for breakfast or as an after-dinner treat, you can easily sub in canned yams or canned pumpkin to cut down on cooking time.	Toasted Oat & Walnut Whisky Trifle (Cranachan): This adults-only concoction will end your evening on a high note -- just be sure to use a gentle touch with the alcohol!