I bet you have some of my favorite cereal in your pantry Right This Minute, and while a bowl of oatmeal with warmed milk and brown sugar is all kinds of wonderful, oatmeal is super versatile for so many things.
What Is Oatmeal, Anyway?
Oatmeal is a good and good for you grain that is packed with fiber and vitamins. Rolled oats (the ones in that jolly round box) are oats that have been steamed, flattened and cut (and even with all that going on, they still count as a whole grain!).
Instant oats are cut into smaller pieces so they cook up faster. Steel cut oats are chopped instead of rolled, so they are coarser and heartier (and take longer to cook).
I tend to keep rolled oats and steel cut oats in my pantry At All Times, because you never know when that healthy oatmeal craving will strike!
It was hard to narrow my oatmeal love down to just a handful of recipes, but I did it! Here are ten easy and delicious ways to enjoy your oatmeal, from breakfast all the way through dessert!
TEN OATMEAL RECIPES WE LOVE!
 This speedy recipe for chai spiced oatmeal pairs your favorite hot breakfast with some sweet spices. Perfect for a cozy brunch! |
 Looking for the best granola recipe ever? You’ve found it! Get ready for a delicious breakfast and for your kitchen to smell heavenly. |
 This recipe for cinnamon oat pancakes will take your breakfast to a whole new level. Don’t forget the Vermont maple syrup! |
 Break out your slow cooker to make creamy, easy overnight oatmeal with this easy recipe that is perfect for breakfast or a comfort food dinner! |
 Oatmeal isn’t just for breakfast anymore, it also makes a fabulous healthy dinner! Try some savory oatmeal with soft-cooked egg and cheddar. |
 This one bowl recipe for banana breakfast cookies is the perfect healthy treat to start your day, with lots of flavor and zero added sugar! |
 There are oatmeal cookies, and then there are rum raisin oatmeal cookies. Is there really any question? Try this warm and wonderful cookie recipe! |
Best post ever! I love all things oatmeal. I’m excited to try the savory oatmeal. Never had oatmeal that wasn’t sweet?
Thank you for your great recipes!
Emily
Yay for oatmeal! And don’t tell the other oatmeal recipes, but that savory oatmeal is my absolute favorite. :)