Life

12 Oat Recipes That Are Way Better Than Just Eating A Plain Old Bowl Of Oatmeal

Oats are a pantry staple, and as much as we like to use them to make oatmeal, there are so many great oat recipes out there that aren't oatmeal. Believe it or not, this ingredient doesn't even have to be reserved for breakfast. Oats are an extremely versatile food, whether you're craving something savory or sweet.

This healthy food will give you a great fiber boost and also keep you full and satisfied. Flip through to see just how many ways you can use this tasty grain in your kitchen adventures.

Image: Cookie and Kate

by Rebecca Deczynski

Steel Cut Brûlée Oats

They may seem similar at first glance to your normal oatmeal, but don’t get it twisted. These brûlée oats by A Beautiful Mess make a decadent dessert.

Image: A Beautiful Mess

Walnut Pear Crisp

Love and Lemons’ walnut pear crisp makes a comforting dessert any time of year — especially topped with a dollop of vanilla ice cream.

Image: Love and Lemons

Espresso And Oat Truffles

The secret to Green Kitchen Stories’ creamy, healthy truffles? Plenty of dates!

Image: Green Kitchen Stories

Salted Oat Fudge

A cross between no-bake cookies and chocolate fudge, Cookie and Kate’s almond butter-filled fudge is something to write home about.

Image: Cookie and Kate

Oat Brown Sugar Strawberry Shortcake

This classic summer dessert recipe only gets better when you add oats. Thanks, A Cozy Kitchen!

Image: A Cozy Kitchen

Apple Cardamom Oat Crumble

Walnuts give Love and Lemons’ oat crumble an extra crunch while cardamom makes it all the more aromatic and enticing.

Image: Love and Lemons

Breakfast Grain Salad

Some blueberries, quinoa, and more transform some oats into a sweet grain salad, thanks to The Kitchn.

Image: The Kitchn

No-Bake Cookies

Oats, peanut butter, butter, and a few extras make these no-bake cookies by A Beautiful Mess a simple treat.

Image: A Beautiful Mess

Greek Yogurt Berry Medley Smoothie

The power duo of Greek yogurt and oats make Damn Delicious’ smoothie a super filling treat.

Image: Damn Delicious

Banana Oat Pancakes

You can have oats for breakfast without eating oatmeal. Cookie and Kate’s banana pancakes are a delicious and healthy brunch option.

Image: Cookie and Kate

Homemade Oat Milk

Believe it or not, you can make this dairy alternative right at home. Oh She Glows shows how it’s done.

Image: Oh She Glows

Oat Crepes With Goat Cheese, Tomato, And Basil

Thanks to Naturally Ella, you can enjoy savory crepes whenever you want them — and make them gluten-free, too.

Image: Naturally Ella

112