Source: Nataliia, AdobeStockSimple morning porridge is far from the only thing you can make with oatmeal. Baked goods, desserts, puddings, and other delicious and healthy dishes – there are far more uses for oatmeal than meets the eye. To demonstrate this in practice, we've gathered 20 of the best recipes for you!
1. Banana-Oatmeal Cookies
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruSo delicious, it's impossible to resist another piece.
You will need: 200 g rolled oats, 1 banana, 50 g raisins, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tbsp sunflower seeds, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, 1 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Mash the banana into a puree with the oil. Add the rolled oats and mix. If the mixture is too thick, add a couple of spoons of water. Then fold in all other ingredients into the dough. Form small cookies and bake them in the oven for about 25 minutes at 170 degrees Celsius on parchment paper.
2. Oatmeal Pancakes
Source: attuale.ruThis recipe is a special treat for pancake lovers.
You will need: 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 cup flour, 1.5 cups rolled oats, 1 egg, 2 cups kefir, 1 tsp baking powder, 3 tbsp sugar, 0.5 tsp baking soda.
Preparation: Lightly crush the rolled oats, pour kefir over them, and let stand for 15 minutes. Add the egg and sugar, then gradually add the remaining ingredients. Mix the batter and fry the pancakes on both sides in a pan.
3. Chicken Nuggets in Oatmeal Breading
Source: pinterest.comA rather unexpected, but very delicious way to use oatmeal.
You will need: 500 g chicken fillet, spices, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp flour, 3 tbsp rolled oats.
Preparation: Cut the chicken into pieces, pound them lightly, and coat with spices. Dip each slice in flour, then in beaten eggs, and then coat in rolled oats. Fry the nuggets in a pan on both sides.
4. Healthy Oatmeal Cookies with Water
Source: mixyfotos.ruLow-calorie, sugar-free cookies for those who care about their figure.
You will need: 200 g rolled oats, 50 ml water, 1 egg, 30 g dried apricots, prunes, and raisins each, 0.5 tsp baking powder.
Preparation: Pour hot water over the dried fruits for 10 minutes, drain and chop. Put all ingredients into a bowl and gently mix the mass. Form cookies with your hands and bake them for 15 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
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5. Banana and Oatmeal Smoothie
Source: pinterest.comInstead of berries, you can add any fruits to your taste.
You will need: 500 ml yogurt, 100 g rolled oats, 50 g raspberries and blueberries each, 2 bananas, 2 tbsp honey.
Preparation: Peel and roughly chop the bananas. Put all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
6. Syrniki with Oatmeal
Source: ok.ruAnother interesting variation of a well-known dish.
You will need: 500 g cottage cheese, 1 egg, 4 tbsp rolled oats, 2 tbsp sugar, 3 tbsp flour, 3 tbsp raisins.
Preparation: Blend the cottage cheese with egg and sugar until smooth. Add oatmeal and raisins, mix thoroughly, and let stand for half an hour. Form the syrniki, coat them in flour, and fry in a pan.
7. Oatmeal Pudding with Prunes
Source: dzen.ruSuitable for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or simply with tea.
You will need: 100 g rolled oats, 300 ml milk, 1 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp sugar, 3 eggs, 1 apple, 3 prunes.
Preparation: Cook the oatmeal in milk until done, stirring constantly. Add sugar and butter, and let the porridge steep for 10 minutes. Let it cool and add the egg yolks. Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form and gently fold them into the oatmeal. Finally, add the chopped apples and prunes, spoon the mixture into muffin molds, and bake the pudding in the oven for half an hour at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Oat Pancake (Ovsyanoblin)
Source: bye-bye-calories.ruAn ideal solution for healthy eating enthusiasts, as you can wrap any filling in this pancake.
You will need: 3 tbsp rolled oats, 30 ml milk, 2 eggs, spices, 30 g mozzarella, 1/2 tomato, 4 sprigs of herbs.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs with milk, add the rolled oats, and let stand for 20 minutes. Lightly grease a pan, pour in the oat mixture, and fry the oat pancake over medium heat. Flip it over and place chopped tomato, herbs, and mozzarella on one half. Cover with the other half and cook until done with a lid on.
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9. Spinach and Oatmeal Smoothie
Source: qadin.netA hearty and nutritious breakfast – more like a bowl than just a drink.
You will need: 2 handfuls of spinach, 2 tbsp rolled oats, 3 tbsp cottage cheese, 200 ml kefir, 1 tsp flax seeds, 1 tsp sugar.
Preparation: Wash and dry the spinach leaves. Put all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
10. Bread with Rolled Oats
Source: sovet-recept.ruA simple recipe for the oven – no bread machine or other complications.
You will need: 160 g rolled oats, 10 g dry yeast, 1 tsp salt, 500 ml water, 400 g flour, 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Pour warm water over the oatmeal and yeast, and leave them in a warm place for 20 minutes. Add salt, oil, and flour. Knead the dough and let it rise for another 40 minutes. Place the dough in a baking pan and bake the bread for about half an hour in the oven at 220 degrees Celsius.
11. Oatmeal Muffin
Source: lobsterhouse.ruA basic recipe to which you can add fruits, berries, chocolate, and other fillings.
You will need: 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup flour, 80 g butter, 2 eggs, 120 g sugar, 0.5 tsp baking powder.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs with sugar and add the melted butter. Add the rolled oats, flour, and baking powder, and mix the batter. Pour the mixture into a mold and bake the muffin for 35-40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
12. Chicken and Oatmeal Soup
Source: kvashenaya-kapusta.ruHealthy, dietary, and incredibly easy to prepare.
You will need: 1 chicken breast, 4 potatoes, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 3 tbsp rolled oats, spices.
Preparation: Cut the chicken, cover with water, and boil until cooked. Add the chopped potatoes and cook for another 10 minutes. Then add the remaining chopped vegetables and rolled oats, and cook the soup for another 5 minutes, stirring. Season to taste.
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13. Chicken Muffins with Rolled Oats
Source: mirtesen.ruAnother recipe to add to your collection for everyone who watches their diet!
You will need: 400 g chicken fillet, 50 ml milk, 2 tbsp rolled oats, 300 g mushrooms, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 egg, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the mushrooms and onion, and fry until cooked. Grate the carrot. Mince the chicken in a blender or put it through a meat grinder. Mix all ingredients together, spoon the mixture into molds, and bake the muffins for 25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
14. Potato and Oatmeal Patties
Source: vego-kolbasa.ruA lean and vegan version of patties – without milk, eggs, or other additives.
You will need: 200 g rolled oats, 200 ml water, 250 g potatoes, 1 onion, spices.
Preparation: Mince the onion in a blender, grate the potatoes on a fine grater, and soak the oatmeal in warm water for 15-20 minutes. Mix everything together, season to taste, form patties with wet hands, and fry them in a pan for 5-7 minutes on each side.
15. Lean Rassolnik with Rolled Oats
Source: recept-borscha.ruYou can also make it with meat – just boil the broth in advance.
You will need: 1.5-2 L water, 3 potatoes, 3 tbsp rolled oats, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 pickled cucumbers, 100 ml pickle brine, 1/2 bunch of herbs, 3 green onion stalks.
Preparation: Boil water, add chopped potatoes, and start cooking them. 5 minutes before the potatoes are done – add the rolled oats. Separately fry the minced onion with grated carrots.
Add grated cucumbers to them and fry for another 5-7 minutes. Add the fried mixture along with the oatmeal and pour in the pickle brine. Cook everything for 5-7 minutes, season, add chopped herbs and green onions, and remove the rassolnik from the heat.
16. Meat Patties with Rolled Oats
Source: vego-kolbasa.ruInstead of bread, flour, and other additives in your favorite patties – you can add oatmeal.
You will need: 500 g ground meat, 40 g rolled oats, 1 onion, 1 egg, 80 ml milk, spices.
Preparation: Soak the oatmeal in milk for half an hour, and mince the onion in a blender. Mix everything with the ground meat, add the egg and spices, and mix thoroughly. You can add herbs or vegetables. Form small patties and bake them in the oven for 25-30 minutes at 190 degrees Celsius.
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17. Pumpkin Pie with Oatmeal
Source: dzen.ruAdd more aromatic spices to the pie, such as cinnamon and nutmeg.
You will need: 500 g pumpkin, 300 ml milk, 300 g rolled oats, 2 eggs, 70 g walnuts, 1 orange, 1 tsp baking powder, spices and sugar.
Preparation: Blend the pumpkin with milk and eggs until smooth. Add baking powder, chopped walnuts, and the zest of one orange. Then add lightly crushed rolled oats and blend everything again. Pour the batter into a mold and bake the pie for half an hour in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius, covered with foil. Then for another 20 minutes – without foil.
18. Oatmeal Waffles
Source: dzen.ruThe most delicious oatmeal waffle recipe for a waffle maker.
You will need: 100 g rolled oats, 2 eggs, 50 ml milk, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Grind the rolled oats in a blender. Add egg yolks, milk, honey, oil, and baking powder. Separately whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form and gently fold them into the batter. Bake the waffles according to the electric waffle maker's instructions.
19. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Oatmeal and Apples
Source: lobsterhouse.ruSuch a delicate casserole that even children who dislike oatmeal will enjoy it.
You will need: 1 cup rolled oats, 1 cup sour cream, 3 eggs, 5 tbsp sugar, 300 g cottage cheese, 1 apple.
Preparation: Mix the egg yolks, sugar, rolled oats, and sour cream, and let stand for 15 minutes. Press the cottage cheese through a sieve, grate the peeled apple, and then mix everything together. Separately whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form and also fold them into the mixture. Pour everything into a mold and bake in the oven for approximately 50 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
20. Oatmeal Bars
Source: pinterest.comThis recipe requires regular rolled oats, not instant.
You will need: 100 g rolled oats, 30 g walnuts, 40 g raisins, 1 tbsp honey and vegetable oil each.
Preparation: Mix all dry ingredients. You can add other dried fruits, seeds, coconut flakes – as you wish. Heat the oil with honey, but do not boil. Pour into the mixture and stir. If it crumbles too much – add more honey.
Spread the mixture in a layer about 2 cm thick on parchment paper and bake in the oven for half an hour at 180 degrees Celsius. Carefully cut into bars and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.