40 Recipes Using Old-Fashioned Oats
Updated on February 18, 2026
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Old-Fashioned oats are a staple for Capsule Pantries, but what can you actually use them for? Here are 40 sweet and savory recipes!
One of my goals for this year is to bulk up my Capsule Pantry without spending a fortune. The goal is to have food always available for meals, even when money is tight. One way I do this is by buying in bulk when it is cheaper. We go through quite a bit of oats for oatmeal, granola, energy balls, etc., so I decided to do some research into oat prices.
It turns out the cheapest Old-Fashioned oats available (per ounce) are through Azure Standard. I finally committed and ordered my first 25# bag of oats from them, so I wrote this post in honor of this purchase. If you’re wondering what a person would do with that many oats, you’re in the right place! Here’s a lengthy list of 40 creative recipes that use old-fashioned oats!
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Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats v Quick Oats
Quick oats are similar to old-fashioned oats, except they are steamed longer and rolled thinner. This makes them cook faster and absorb water more easily. Both kinds of oats are a great source of fiber and are both naturally gluten-free.
How To Store Bulk Oats
The best way to store bulk oats for easy access is in a food-safe 5-gallon pail with a gamma lid. The gamma lid makes it easier to access oats when you use them frequently while still keeping moisture and pests out. You can find these online or even cheaper at your local Menards or Tractor Supply store. 25# of oats takes up about 1.5 buckets of this size.
How Long Are Dried Oats Good For?
In an air-tight container like the one described above, oats will last up to 2 years. They can last even longer than that if you seal them in mylar bags with oxygen absorbers. Because I know I will eat mine in 1 year or less, I just use the buckets with gamma lids.
Recipes Using Old-Fashioned Oats
1
How to Make Oat Flour at Home
A simple gluten-free baking staple, oat flour is quick and easy to make at home with a food processor or blender.
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2
How to Make Oat Milk
Learn How to Make Oat Milk in just a couple simple steps and customize it with your favorite sweeteners and flavor enhancers.
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3
Homemade Peanut Butter Granola
A quick and easy recipe for fool-proof peanut butter granola in under 30 min
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4
Instant Oatmeal Packets (With Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats)
Save money and control the ingredients in your breakfast with these easy homemade instant oatmeal packets!
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5
Peanut
An easy and delicious, 3 ingredient recipe that you and the kids will love!
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6
Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie (Creamy, Refreshing)
This creamy strawberry oatmeal smoothie is the perfect start to your morning. It is prepared in less than five minutes and delicious!
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7
Easy Oatmeal Pancakes (No Eggs) – Our Slice of Home
These oatmeal pancakes with no eggs are the ideal quick breakfast! They are easy to make, healthy, and downright delicious.
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One Bowl Brown Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Brown Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are chewy, tender & simply divine! We give classic oatmeal cookies a gourmet upgrade with chocolate chunks, rich and nutty browned butter, & flaky sea salt.
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8
Simple Oatmeal Molasses Cookies (With Chocolate Chips)
Oatmeal Molasses Cookies are slightly chewy with crispy edges and packed with rich buttery caramel flavor, sweet raisins, and chocolate.
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9
Chocolate Overnight Oats (Healthy Breakfast Recipe)
Our healthy Chocolate Overnight Oats recipe is the perfect make-ahead breakfast to make mornings easy. Only 5 minutes and 5 ingredients!
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10
Lentil Loaf with Sweet & Tangy Glaze
Vegetarian form of meatloaf for a cheaper, filling meal
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Baked Oatmeal
Brown Sugar Baked Oatmeal is a warm, comforting breakfast that can serve a crowd. Rolled oats baked with brown sugar, milk, and vanilla to create the perfect oatmeal.
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11
Slow Cooker Banana Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars
Slow Cooker Banana Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars combine hearty oats, ripe bananas, honey, canned pumpkin, and chocolate chips for an easy, healthy breakfast recipe that’s made in your slow cooker! Just cut into squares for a delicious start to your busy morning!
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12
Honey Oat Zucchini Bread | Sumptuous Spoonfuls
A tender, delightful naturally sweetened zucchini bread with no added refined sugar! Greek yogurt steps in to add protein & reduce oil. Honey infused, heart healthy, high fiber bread w/a lovely scent, crumb and texture.
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13
Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
The best banana blueberry oatmeal muffins! Healthy with no refined sugar, these banana blueberry oatmeal muffins with yogurt are so good!
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14
Oat Fufu
This oat fufu is simple, smooth, and ready in minutes. Easy to make and highly nutritious, it is perfect to serve with your favorite soups, stews, and so much more! Oats are rich in fiber
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15
Easy Oat Porridge Recipe
This easy oat porridge recipe is a great way to start your day. It is warm, creamy, and packed with fiber and protein to keep you feeling fuller for longer.
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16
Easy No-Bake Dog Treats
These 3-ingredient, no-bake dog treats are wholesome and quick! They’re made with peanut butter, pumpkin puree, and oats. These simple and soft grain-free treats make pups go wild!
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17
Healthy Baked Oatmeal Donuts {Easy Meal Prep & Kid-Approved}
Healthy baked oatmeal disguised as a donut for a more fun and well-balanced breakfast or even a nutritious, portable snack! See my notes for protein + fiber additions.
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18
Easy Old Fashioned Apple Crisp
Easy apple crisp recipe! This simple homemade apple crisp makes a pan of juicy baked apples topped with cinnamon sugar crumble topping.
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19
Best Oatmeal Muffins – I Heart Eating
Best oatmeal muffins! These maple brown sugar oatmeal muffins are a healthy, hearty, delicious portable breakfast recipe.
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20
Magic No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
These chocolate peanut butter no-bake cookies cook in one minute on the stove. They’re full of oats, dark cocoa powder, peanut butter, and raisins.
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21
High Protein Cottage Cheese Oat Waffles
High Protein Cottage Cheese Oat Waffles are a healthy and easy breakfast you can feel good about. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, banana, and
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22
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
The Best Oatmeal Raisin Cookies just can’t be beat. My Oatmeal Raisin Cookie recipe is just like grandma used to make, and so soft and chewy!
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Oatmeal Soup Recipe With Vegetable
This delicious oatmeal soup recipe is packed full of vegetables, helping you satisfy both your taste buds and your health goals. Give it a try today!
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23
Maple Brown Sugar Overnight Oats (Gluten-Free!)
A creamy, cinnamon-kissed overnight oats recipe made with maple syrup, brown sugar, and Greek yogurt. Quick, gluten-free, and perfect for busy mornings.
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24
Easy Strawberry Crumble Recipe – Fantabulosity
Fresh strawberries with a crunchy oatmeal topping combine to make this perfect quick & easy strawberry crumble.
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25
Banana Oat Peanut Butter Cookies
Incredibly tasty and healthy…..these Banana Oat Peanut Butter Cookies are a great way to start your day! Yes, cookies for breakfast!
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26
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oat Bars ~ Deliciously Easy!
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oat Bars are a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. The deliciously easy recipe is everyone’s favorite!
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27
Honey Oat Sourdough Sandwich Loaf
This Honey Oat Sourdough Sandwich Loaf is one of those recipes that instantly makes your kitchen smell like home. It’s soft, lightly sweetened with honey, and has a wholesome texture from the oats.
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28
Cheesy Mini Meatloaf – Risa’s Family Kitchen
This kid-friendly Cheesy Mini Meatloaf cooks so much faster than a larger meatloaf. Each muffin-sized meatloaf is tender, cheesy, and packed with flavor.
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29
Original Quaker Oatmeal Cookie Recipe
The original Quaker “Famous Oatmeal Cookies” recipe from the back of the Quaker Oats containers in the 1950s. Crispy and delicious oatmeal cookies just like grandma used to make!
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30
Easy Chocolate Digestives (Classic British Cookie)
These easy Chocolate Digestive Biscuits (cookies), are a popular British biscuit. They come in the plain oaty form, but chocolate topped is the nation’s favourite.
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31
Swedish Chocolate Balls Recipe – Chokladbollar
Swedish Chocolate balls, a beloved Swedish classic, are among the most popular sweet treats in Sweden and easy to make at home using simple ingredients!
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32
Oatmeal Shortbread Cookies
Oatmeal Shortbread Cookies are crispy, buttery treats with warm, toasty flavor. Dipped in chocolate and sprinkles for any occasion!
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33
Old Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
This old-fashioned iced oatmeal cookies recipe is full of buttery brown sugar and warm spice flavor, with crispy outside and soft and chewy inside texture and crackly glazed tops.
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34
Salted Chocolate Oatmeal Energy Bites (Healthy No-Bake Snack)
These salted chocolate oatmeal energy bites are a healthy no-bake snack made with oats, peanut butter, protein powder, and dark chocolate.
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35
Homemade Granola Bars without Nuts – Our Slice of Home
Looking for an easy-to-make snack that everyone can enjoy? These homemade granola bars without nuts are just what you need!
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36
Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal
Creamy, cozy, and just sweet enough—this Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal is a quick, comforting breakfast made with simple ingredients.
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37
Instant Pot Blueberry Oatmeal
If you need a quick, healthy breakfast recipe, here’s an easy breakfast idea I love. This Instant Pot Blueberry Oatmeal is warm, creamy, and lightly sweet. It’s seriously so simple—just toss everything into the Instant Pot and come back in about 15 minutes.
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