Go beyond breakfast with these recipes featuring whole-grain oats in snacks, desserts and even dinner.

But these high-fiber, protein-packed flakes may be enjoyed far beyond the breakfast hour.

you’re free to add them to baked goods, main courses, and even beverages.

peanut butter energy balls

Casey Barber

Here are eight ways to add oats to every meal of the day.

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Rolled oats form the base of these poppable snacks sweetened with coconut, honey, and chocolate chips.

Bevs Chocolate Chip Cookies

Some say they’re even better than the back-of-the-bag version!

Boost your meatloaf

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Moist meatloaf that still slices like a dream?

Grind oats and mushrooms in a food processor before adding to a savory beef and vegetable blend.

Blueberry and Spinach Smoothie

Casey Barber

For additional whole-grain nutrition, replace the all-purpose flour with white whole wheat flour or oat flour.

The oaty crumble topping pairs well no matter what’s in season.

Unlike nut milks, oats don’t require hours of pre-soaking before blending.

Boost your meatloaf with oats

Simply blend oats and water together in a high-speed blender, then strain.

Mini Lemon Curd Tarts

Jennifer Causey

Skillet Strawberry-Rhubarb Crisp

Honey Oat Quick Bread

A coffee with oat milk and a jar of homemade oat milk

Casey Barber