If you’re craving a warm, comforting breakfast that’s still quick and nourishing, oatmeal will be your best friend. Whether you love a creamy bowl of stovetop oats, prefer prepping overnight oats in the fridge, or like getting creative with oatmeal smoothies and baked treats, these cozy oatmeal recipes are perfect for busy mornings. Below, you’ll find 20 delicious ways to enjoy oats, including classic favorites, high-protein twists, and even a few unexpected ideas to keep breakfast exciting all week long.

And if you are looking for more breakfast inspiration, check-out my 20 High Protein Breakfast ideas!

How to Make Oatmeal

Before diving into the list, here’s a quick and easy method for making classic oatmeal that you can customize with any toppings or mix-ins.

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20 Cozy Oatmeal Recipes

Classic Oatmeal

Pumpkin Banana Oatmeal

Warm, naturally sweet, and a filling breakfast, this Pumpkin Banana Oatmeal with walnuts tastes like pie in a bowl.

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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

6 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Steel cut oats cook overnight with pumpkin, maple syrup and spices to create a healthy, make-ahead breakfast that will be waiting for you in the morning. 

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Overnight Oats

Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats

1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

The perfect make-ahead breakfast recipe, these chocolate banana overnight oats are made with creamy yogurt, old fashioned oats, cocoa powder and banana. They also make a great after school snack or post-workout treat.

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Overnight Steel Cut Oats

Overnight steel cut oats are a great make-ahead breakfast idea for busy mornings.  Easy to make and healthy. No cooking required.

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Peaches and Cream Overnight Oats

An easy, portable, make-ahead breakfast recipe, your family will love these thick and creamy Peaches and Cream Overnight Refrigerator Oats.

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New Ways to Try Oatmeal

Healthy Blueberry Oatmeal Bread

1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

This moist and healthy Blueberry Oatmeal Bread is made with creamy yogurt, plump blueberries and warm cinnamon. It’s ideal for freezing and perfect for breakfast or even dessert!  

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Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

Replacing 1/2 the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour gives these muffins the extra protein and fiber you need to get through the day.

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Chocolate Oatmeal Smoothie

Not only is cocoa a natural source of caffeine, but when combined with ripe berries, bananas, and oats it becomes a creamy and delicious healthy smoothie to keep you full all day long.

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Oatmeal Toppings & Mix-In Ideas

• Fresh or dried fruit (bananas, berries, apples, peaches)
• Nuts, nut butters, and seeds
• Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom
• Natural sweeteners like maple syrup, honey, or agave
• Greek yogurt, protein powder, or milk for extra creaminess (and protein)
• Nutritional add-ins like chia seeds or flax seed meal

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