Is there anything as comforting as a delicious bowl of oatmeal? Um, how about a yummy treat made with oatmeal? Sounds great to us! We found some snacks, desserts, and even breakfast dishes that take those good old oats to another level.
Some of these recipes, shared by crafty bloggers, don't even require baking. And, even better, you probably have most of the ingredients on hand. So get ready to hear some squeals of delight as the kids' favorite winter staple reinvents itself!
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No Bake Energy Bars
Ali of Gimme Some Oven has been making these No Bake Energy Bars for years and offers multiple ways to incorporate different ingredients into these simple, hand-rolled balls of deliciousness!
3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
Jessica of Mothering With Creativity says these 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars might be recommended for breakfast, but they're even better as an afternoon snack. As they're packed with peanut butter, you'll get plenty of protein in each bite!
Cinnamon-Roll Oatmeal
"Let me tell you, this was crazy good," says Wendy of Around My Family Table of her Cinnamon-Roll Oatmeal recipe. "It tastes just like a warm, sweet, gooey cinnamon roll. It takes a fraction of the time of homemade cinnamon rolls and is a bit healthier. It’s still full of sugary good stuff, but it’s nicely balanced with steel cut oats, flax, and chia."
Yum! We can't wait to try it!
Best Ever Chocolate Oatmeal No-Bake Bars
Who doesn't love a no-bake treat on a warm afternoon or evening? These Best Ever Chocolate Oatmeal No-Bake Bars from Money Saving Mom have peanut butter and coconut in the mix, so prepare to fall in love! Rumor has it you can't eat just one!
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Snickerdoodle Oatmeal
Serene of House of Yumm says this comforting Snickerdoodle Oatmeal is the perfect way to wake up on cold mornings. And the best part: It takes just three minutes in the microwave!
Pumpkin Spice Baked Oatmeal
Just in time for autumn, may we present: Pumpkin Spice Baked Oatmeal. Mary of Barefeet in the Kitchen says her boys would happily eat this every morning if she would allow it.
"Almost like a cake but not nearly so sweet, this is a hearty breakfast that we all love," she says.
Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal
Kristy of Southern In Law says this Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal requires just seven ingredients and is super-easy to make. Sounds good to us! Topped with peanut butter, cream cheese, or a dash of maple syrup, these are sure to go fast!
Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars
Averie of Averie Cooks says these Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars "aren’t overly sweet and the blueberry flavor shines beautifully, which is why they’re great for breakfast, brunch, snacks, or a healthy dessert." Yum!
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Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
Imagine how amazing your home will smell when you make this Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal recipe created from Wendy of Around My Family Table? If you have trouble getting kids to finish their breakfast, this recipe should do the trick!
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