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15 Tasty Ways to Cook and Bake with Oats

Erren Hart

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02/03/2025

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Oats are one of the most versatile and wholesome ingredients in the kitchen, perfect for both sweet and savory dishes. This collection of 15 oat-based recipes highlights the best of this pantry staple, from classics like oatmeal raisin cookies and baked oatmeal to creative dishes like cherry crumble and oatmeal waffles. Whether you’re looking for a hearty breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a comforting dessert, these recipes are as delicious as they are nutritious. Let’s explore all the tasty ways to enjoy oats!

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
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Whip up a batch of these irresistible peanut butter oatmeal cookies today! With their perfect balance of chewy oats and rich, nutty peanut butter, they’re an easy treat that’s guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars {British Flapjacks}

A close-up of a peanut butter oat bar with a golden brown crust and a sprinkle of oats on top.
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This quick and easy recipe for Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars, also known as British Flapjacks, offers a chewy, oat treat loaded with peanut butter flavor.

Get The Recipe: Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars {British Flapjacks}

Baked Oatmeal Recipe

Baked Oatmeal Recipe
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Baked Oatmeal: Like biting into a warm, soft oatmeal cookie! It’s super easy to whip up, endlessly customizable, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Whether it’s breakfast or brunch, this dish is guaranteed to impress!
Get the Recipe: Baked Oatmeal Recipe

Cherry Crumble

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There’s nothing quite like a warm, freshly-baked cherry crumble. The combination of sweet, tart cherries with a crunchy topping makes for a truly scrumptious dessert.

Get The Recipe: Cherry Crumble

Oatmeal Waffles

A stack of waffles, inspired by oat recipes, topped with sliced bananas, blackberries, a dollop of whipped cream, and a strawberry sits on a red and black checkered cloth. Syrup cascades down the sides in sweet perfection.
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These Oatmeal Waffles are the perfect blend of wholesome and delicious! Packed with hearty oatmeal and cooked to crispy perfection, they’re a breakfast dream. Top them with fresh fruit and a generous drizzle of maple syrup for a waffle experience you won’t forget.
Get the Recipe: Oatmeal Waffles

Classic British Flapjacks

Stacked British flapjacks on a slate board.
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This simple recipe for Classic British Flapjacks is so easy that anyone from novice bakers to seasoned professionals can make a delicious treat.

Get The Recipe: Classic British Flapjacks

Soft & Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

Soft & Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe
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Craving a cozy treat? Whip up these soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookies! Packed with hearty oats, juicy raisins, and a dash of warm cinnamon, they’re guaranteed to hit the spot.
Get the Recipe: Soft & Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

Overnight Oatmeal

Drizzling honey from a honey dipper over overnight oatmeal in a jar.
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Start your day with a healthy, flavorful breakfast using our Overnight Oats Recipe, featuring layers of fresh berries and crunchy pistachios!

Get The Recipe: Overnight Oatmeal

Oatmeal Pancakes

Oatmeal Pancakes
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Warm, hearty, and wholesome, these pancakes are made with rolled oats for a little extra texture and a cozy, nutty flavor. They’re the perfect pick for a satisfying, feel-good breakfast!
Get the Recipe: Oatmeal Pancakes

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Three Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars stacked on top of each other.
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This simple recipe for Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars is a one-bowl, buttery delight, perfect for holidays and bake sales.

Get The Recipe: Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Oat Cake

A slice of frosted oat cake, baked until golden brown, on a plate.
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This cake is a delicious and nutritious indulgence packed with wholesome ingredients. Impress your friends and family with this guilt-free showstopper at your next gathering!

Get The Recipe: Vegan Oat Cake

Oatmeal Apple Crisp

a spoon serving a Oatmeal Apple Crisp
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This Oatmeal Apple Crisp is the ideal dessert for fall. Serve it at your next event and see your guests enjoy the comforting, seasonal flavors.

Get The Recipe: Oatmeal Apple Crisp

Oatmeal Raisin Bars

a stack of four golden brown Oatmeal Raisin Bars.
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These simple Oatmeal Raisin Bars are thick and chewy, featuring the perfect balance between a crisp exterior and a buttery soft center.

Get The Recipe: Oatmeal Raisin Bars

Apple & Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl

A close up image of a Apple & Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl topped with oats and fruit.
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Skip the store-bought stuff! This Apple & Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl features a homemade granola that takes it to the next level.

Get The Recipe: Apple & Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Close-up of a gooey chocolate chip cookie with melted chocolate oozing from the center. The easy chocolate chip oatmeal cookie appears freshly baked, with a golden-brown, slightly crispy exterior.
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Everyone deserves a little treat now and then, and this Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies recipe, packed with delicious chocolate and wholesome oats, is an absolute delight!

Get The Recipe: Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

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