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10+ Most-Saved Oat Recipes
Oats are a nutritious and versatile pantry staple, and one of the most easily customizable grains to cook or bake with. In this collection of recipes, we’ve compiled our most-saved oat recipes by users on MyRecipes, EatingWell’s own free recipe tool where you can save and organize your favorites. From hearty breakfasts to on-the-go snacks and even desserts, these recipes are the perfect way to improve gut health, heart health and regularity. Try out our High-Protein Peanut Butter-Banana Oatmeal Bars or our Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats and don’t forget to save your favorites!
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Blueberry Cheesecake Baked Oats
Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Julia Levy.
These blueberry cheesecake baked oats are a cozy breakfast that tastes like dessert! The oats are baked with a swirl of lightly sweetened cream cheese and blueberry preserves, with juicy bursts of fresh blueberries baked into every bite. Enjoy them warm right out of the oven or chilled and reheated for a make-ahead breakfast.
High-Protein Peanut Butter–Banana Oatmeal Bars
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen
These peanut butter–banana oatmeal bars are a perfect grab-and-go breakfast, packed with protein to keep you full and energized. The combination of oats, peanut butter and banana provides a well-balanced dose of fiber, healthy fats and natural sweetness. Plus, they’re easy to make in advance and customize with mix-ins like dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts. Whether you need a quick morning bite or a post-workout snack, these bars are the perfect choice!
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.
High-Protein Raspberry & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
These high-protein peanut butter overnight oats with raspberries are a deliciously satisfying way to start your day! Fiber-rich oats, peanut butter and a burst of fruity flavor from fresh raspberries will keep you fueled for hours. This easy-to-prepare breakfast can be assembled beforehand, making it perfect for busy mornings.
Lemon-Blueberry Overnight Oats
These creamy lemon-blueberry overnight oats are layered with a sweet blueberry syrup, with a garnish of fresh blueberries and lemon zest to bring the flavors together. Frozen blueberries work well too.
Blueberry-Coconut-Walnut Baked Oatmeal
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
This baked oatmeal gets crunchiness from walnuts and natural sweetness from banana and dates with bursts of juicy blueberries. This hearty dish is perfect for meal prep or sharing at brunch, offering a nutritious start to your day. Serve it warm with a dollop of yogurt.
High-Protein Strawberry & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Sue Mitchell
These overnight oats get a protein boost from Greek-style yogurt, peanut butter and soy milk, combining for 17 grams of protein per serving. We mix it up with chopped strawberries, but any berry or chopped fruit will pair nicely with this easy grab-and-go breakfast.
Peanut Butter–Oat Energy Cups
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower
These no-bake peanut butter–oat energy cups are the perfect bite-size snack, offering a delicious balance of salty-sweet perfection. They’re packed with chunky peanut butter, fiber-rich oats and just the right touch of chocolaty sweetness for a boost of lasting energy. Make these for a quick pick-me-up during the day or an easy one-bite dessert. These snacks are easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jasmine Smith, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.
These Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats are chock-full of classic strawberries-and-cream flavor! From the whipped cream on top to the layers of creamy oats and sweet strawberries, it’s like having dessert for breakfast in the best way possible. If strawberries aren’t at their peak, feel free to swap in raspberries, blueberries or blackberries instead.
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.
Cinnamon-Roll Overnight Oats
Diana Chistruga
It takes only minutes to assemble this healthy no-cook breakfast, and you’ll have meal-prepped grab-and-go breakfasts on hand for the rest of the week.
Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls
Carson Downing
Sweet, sticky dates act as the glue for these no-bake energy balls. Perfect for hikes or during sports, this healthy snack travels well.
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.
Baked Banana-Nut Oatmeal Cups
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Muffins meet oatmeal in these moist and tasty grab-and-go oatmeal cups.
Lemon-Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
These lemon-blueberry oatmeal muffins are an energizing breakfast that’s perfectly balanced with bright citrus and sweet blueberry flavors. Whole-wheat flour gives these easy muffins an extra boost of fiber. Make a batch on the weekend, and you’ll have the perfect grab-and-go bite to eat on busy weekday mornings.
