And since they’re packed with fiber, they will actually help you feel full until your next meal.
But I think the most underrated use for oats is in savory recipes.
Oats are even blended into our Use-It-Up Vegetable Soup recipe for a dairy-free creaminess.
Photo: Casey Barber
I hope these recipes inspire you to get creative with your box of oats.
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If you individually wrap the slices, they make an excellent grab-and-go breakfast.
Ali Redmond
Servings may also be reheated in a toaster oven or microwave.
Cranberry-Almond Energy Balls
These energy balls are the perfect make-ahead snack.
Filled with cranberries, almonds, oats and dates, these energy balls come together in minutes.
Maple syrup and tahini help bind everything together while adding a touch of sweetness and bitterness.
Whip up a batch for after-school snacks, dessert or anytime your sweet tooth comes calling.
Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar, Collards & Eggs
Have you tried savory oats yet?
Serve with hot sauce, if desired.
Old-Fashioned Meatloaf
Mushrooms, garlic and oats sneak some extra nutrients into this hearty and easy meatloaf.
Serve with sweet potatoes and your favorite green vegetables for a super-satisfying comfort food dinner.
Healthy Chocolate Milk Recovery Drink
Recover from your next workout with this healthy chocolate milk recovery drink.
Avocado adds creaminess while chocolate and peanut butter give it a satisfying salty-sweet flavor.
Oats will fill you up with their added boost of fiber.
The addition of potato (perhaps an old one that’s growing roots?)
The creamy pumpkin filling is complemented by the warm spices in the pumpkin pie spice blend and maple syrup.
Oats and pecans add a lovely crunch to the topping.
Photographer / Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist / Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist / Christine Keely
Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Sara Haas
Photography / Jenny Huang, Food Styling / Tyna Hoang, Prop Styling / Nicole Louie
Ali Redmond
Photographer: Sara Baurley, Food Stylist: Jasmine Smith, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
