Bakes, overnight oats, muffins and more—the meal options are endless with these flavorful oat recipes. This collection has plenty of chocolaty, fruity and savory variations to choose from, so you’re guaranteed to find something you’ll love. In three steps or less, you’ll be enjoying an easy, oat-packed dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Recipes like our fruity and sweet Peaches & Cream Overnight Oats or our hearty and savory Sriracha, Egg & Avocado Overnight Oats will become staples on your breakfast menu.
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Peaches & Cream Overnight Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.
These peaches-and-cream overnight oats are a delicious, make-ahead breakfast that combines sweet ripe peaches with creamy oats. The oats soften overnight in the fridge, resulting in a thick, pudding-like texture without any cooking. Fresh ripe peaches work best, but thawed frozen peaches work well too.
Upside-Down Pineapple Cake Baked Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.
These upside-down pineapple cake baked oats are a fun morning twist on the classic dessert. Each serving features a caramelized pineapple ring with a maraschino cherry nestled in the center, just like the cake. The base is made with hearty oats, sweetened lightly with applesauce and baked until set. It’s a cozy breakfast with serious dessert vibes!
High-Protein Mango & Tahini Overnight Oats
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
These high-protein mango-and-tahini overnight oats are a creamy, satisfying breakfast that blends tropical sweetness with the rich, nutty flavor of tahini. Rolled oats soak overnight in a mixture of protein-rich Greek yogurt, coconut milk and tahini, creating a thick and satisfying texture. Layers of juicy mango chunks add natural sweetness and a burst of vitamin C in easy-to-grab jars, perfect for busy mornings.
Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Sally McKay, Prop Stylist: Pheobe Hausser
This carrot cake oatmeal is a comforting breakfast that tastes like dessert and fuels your morning. Steel-cut oats cook with carrot juice and water, then get mixed with warm spices and a touch of maple syrup. A topping of toasted pecans, coconut flakes and raisins adds the perfect touch of texture and that classic carrot cake flavor. While oats are naturally gluten-free, they can be contaminated during processing. If you’re following a gluten-free diet, look for oats labeled gluten-free.
Banana Overnight Oats
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pheobe Hausser, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling
The banana flavor comes through perfectly in these banana overnight oats. Pecan butter has a delicate flavor that complements the flavors nicely, but you can easily swap it out for any nut butter.
Passion Fruit Oatmeal Cakes
Photographer: Brittney Cottrell, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
These fiber-packed passion fruit oatmeal cakes are bursting with tropical passion fruit flavor—a delightful balance of tangy, sweet and slightly floral notes that will instantly brighten your morning. Look for passion fruit in the frozen section of your grocery store. It’s great to have on hand to use here and in smoothies.
High-Protein Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
These high-protein peanut butter cookie dough overnight oats are the perfect way to start your day. Naturally sweetened with dates, this breakfast delivers sweet and creamy flavors that make it feel like dessert while providing lasting energy. Peanut butter adds plant-based protein and healthy fats, while oats and dates offer fiber to keep you satisfied. Reserve a little bit of chocolate for sprinkling on top to make it extra special.
Slow-Cooker Oatmeal
Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Food Stylist: Breanna Ghazali
Here’s an easy way to serve a crowd a hearty breakfast. You can assemble it in the slow cooker in the evening and wake up to a bowl of hot, nourishing oatmeal. The slow cooker eliminates the need for constant stirring and ensures an exceptionally creamy consistency.
High-Protein Cinnamon-Roll Oatmeal
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek
Flavored with cinnamon, vanilla, maple syrup and a Greek-style yogurt “frosting,” this cinnamon-roll oatmeal is a winning breakfast worth waking up for. Oats offer lots of filling fiber to help keep you full and your heart healthy. Add toasted chopped walnuts if you want a little extra crunch.
Sriracha, Egg & Avocado Overnight Oats
If you love avocado toast, give this savory overnight oats recipe a try. The oats soak overnight for easy “cooking.” In the morning, just top with a fried egg, avocado and Sriracha for a satisfying healthy breakfast.
Pumpkin-Oat Mini Muffins
These easy pumpkin muffins are packed with oats and chocolate chips. Plus, these mini gluten-free pumpkin muffins are made entirely in the blender, making cleanup a breeze. If you’d rather make 12 regular-size muffins, bake for 18 to 20 minutes and let cool for 10 minutes before turning them out of the pan.
Breakfast Strawberry & Cream Cheese Oatmeal Cakes
Fresh strawberries add the perfect touch of natural sweetness to these breakfast oatmeal cakes. When strawberries aren’t in season, you can easily substitute frozen ones.
High-Protein Peanut Butter, Banana & Blueberry Overnight Oats
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek
These overnight oats pack 17 grams of protein per serving, thanks to Greek-style yogurt, peanut butter and soymilk. We sweeten these oats naturally with banana, and add blueberries for more fruity flavor. Divide the mixture into Mason jars for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.
High-Protein Peanut Butter Baked Oats
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
This baked oatmeal is a protein powerhouse, made with a blend of peanut butter, strained yogurt and chocolate pudding mix. Why pudding mix instead of cocoa powder? It adds moisture to the oats, making them less dense and chewy, and it adds a sweeter, richer chocolate flavor without the bitterness of traditional cocoa powder.
Triple-Berry Blended Oats
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
Oats blend seamlessly with berries and offer a good dose of fiber in this easy breakfast. For blending, old-fashioned rolled oats are best because of how they soften and soak up the liquid, giving the dish a creamy, luxurious texture. If you are using frozen berries, give them a head start by breaking them up in the blender first before adding the rest of the ingredients.
Baked Apple Oatmeal
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Just like apple pie, the warm flavors from cinnamon and vanilla combine in this baked apple oatmeal. Baked apple oatmeal is the perfect breakfast for busy fall mornings—you can make a batch ahead of time and enjoy it throughout the week. Whole milk adds to the creaminess, but you can swap it out for a nondairy alternative if you prefer.
Savory Oatmeal with Tomato & Sausage
Oats get a new life in this savory dish, serving as the backbone for a satisfying combo of sausage, greens, tomatoes and herbs.