Cozy, Crunchy, and Oh-So-Oaty: 30+ Ways to Celebrate National Oatmeal Day

If there’s one ingredient that can do it all, it’s oatmeal. Seriously, this humble pantry staple shows up at breakfast, dessert, and everything in between. From warm, creamy bowls that taste like a hug to crispy cookies and fruity bakes, oatmeal’s versatility is unmatched. National Oatmeal Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate every delicious way this grain can make your day a little cozier. Whether you like yours baked, blended, stirred, or stacked into bars, these recipes prove oatmeal is anything but boring.

Lacy Oatmeal Cookies

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These delicate, almost see-through cookies live up to their name. Lacy Oatmeal Cookies bake up crisp around the edges and soft in the center, with a sweet, buttery flavor that feels a little fancy but is totally fuss-free.
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Strawberry Crisp with Oatmeal and Blackerries

A baked strawberry berry crisp with oatmeal and blackberries in a clear dish with a portion removed. — Strawberry Crisp with Oatmeal and Blackerries. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

Juicy strawberries and tart blackberries bubble together under a golden oatmeal topping for a dessert that’s part crumble, part nostalgia. It’s the perfect way to use up leftover fruit and turn it into something special.
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Breakfast Blueberry Oat Cookies

Cookies for breakfast? Yes, please. These chewy Blueberry Oat Cookies are packed with wholesome oats and fresh berries for a grab-and-go morning treat that feels indulgent but is secretly practical.
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Healthy Easy Oatmeal and Banana Pancakes Recipe

These banana oat pancakes are the best kind of healthy, simple, satisfying, and naturally sweet. They’re soft, fluffy, and ready to soak up all that maple syrup goodness.
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Iced Apple Oatmeal Cookies

Apple oatmeal cookies with icing and apples on a white plate. — Iced Apple Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

These soft, spiced cookies taste like autumn in every bite. Packed with apple chunks, cinnamon, and a drizzle of icing, Iced Apple Oatmeal Cookies are the kind of treat that disappears fast at any gathering.
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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Classic, chewy, and full of cozy flavor, these vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are loaded with plump raisins, rolled oats, and a hint of coconut for that perfect old-school bite.
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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

A bowl of oatmeal topped with caramelized apple slices, pecans, and a drizzle of milk, with a red apple visible in the background. — Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Warm, spiced, and full of tender apples, this creamy oatmeal is pure comfort in a bowl. A drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkle of pecans make it feel like dessert for breakfast.
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Baked Turmeric Oatmeal

Turmeric baked oatmeal slice on a white plate with fresh blueberries. — Baked Turmeric Oatmeal. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This golden-hued baked oatmeal is as beautiful as it is nourishing. Filled with cinnamon, raisins, and anti-inflammatory turmeric, it’s a wholesome breakfast that keeps you full and happy.
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Almond Joy Oats

All the chocolate-coconut-almond goodness of your favorite candy bar, without the guilt. These overnight oats are creamy, nutty, and feel like dessert for breakfast.
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Chocolate Cherry Steel Cut Oatmeal

A cozy slow cooker breakfast that greets you with the smell of chocolate and cherries. It’s rich, warm, and the perfect reason to jump out of bed.
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Blackberry Orange Steel Cut Oats

Orange steel cut oats in a yellow bowl with blackberry sauce swirled in the center. — Blackberry Orange Steel Cut Oats. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sweet blackberries meet bright citrus in this creamy bowl of oatmeal. It’s like sunshine in a spoon, perfect for slow weekend mornings.
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Green Oatmeal

Don’t knock it till you try it, spinach hides perfectly in these bright green oats! They’re creamy, slightly sweet, and a fun, healthy twist on the classic.
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Peaches and Cream Coconut Oats

Peaches and cream oatmeal topped with chopped peaches and coconut cream drizzle in a yellow bowl. — Peaches and Cream Coconut Oats. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Fresh peaches and creamy coconut combine for a tropical take on the classic peaches-and-cream combo. It’s sweet, sunny, and totally addictive.
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No-Bake Oatmeal Raspberry Sandwich Cookies

Oatmeal raspberry sandwich cookies on parchment paper. — No-Bake Oatmeal Raspberry Sandwich Cookies. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These pretty no-bake sandwich cookies are layered with tangy raspberry filling between chewy oatmeal halves. Sweet, fruity, and gluten-free, what’s not to love?
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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate chips, these vegan cookies are the kind you can’t stop at just one.
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Orange Pomegranate Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pomegranate chocolate chip cookies on a wooden table. — Orange Pomegranate Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Zesty orange and juicy pomegranate add a festive flair to these chocolate chip oatmeal cookies. They’re a fun, fruity twist on a winter classic.
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Apple Carrot Cake Oatmeal

Apple butter carrot cake oatmeal in a bowl with a spoon. — Apple Carrot Cake Oatmeal. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

All the cozy spices and textures of carrot cake, turned into a warm breakfast bowl. Sweet apples, soft oats, and a dollop of mascarpone make this feel special.
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Gingerbread Oatmeal

Gingerbread molasses oatmeal topped with pecans. — Gingerbread Oatmeal. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Spiced with molasses and ginger, this creamy oatmeal brings holiday cheer to any morning. It’s dessert-level good, but totally breakfast-appropriate.
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Spiced Pear Oatmeal

This spiced pear oatmeal uses warming cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg spices to create a Caramelized pears and warm spices transform this bowl of oats into something magical. It’s like a cozy sweater in breakfast form.
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Strawberry Oatmeal

Strawberries and cream oatmeal garnished with fresh strawberry slices in a bowl with a spoon. — Strawberry Oatmeal. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Fresh, fruity, and naturally sweet, this strawberry oatmeal is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for meal-prepping or lazy weekend mornings.
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Cranberry Orange Oatmeal Cookie Bites

Cranberry orange cookie bites in a bowl. — Cranberry Orange Oatmeal Cookie Bites. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Tangy cranberries, zesty orange, and mini chocolate chips come together in these no-bake cookie bites. A healthy snack that tastes like dessert!
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Blueberry Oatmeal Waffles

A plate with blueberry waffles with blueberry fruit sauce. — Blueberry Oatmeal Waffles. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Crispy on the outside, soft inside, and bursting with blueberries, these oatmeal waffles are the ultimate gluten-free breakfast upgrade.
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Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies

Soft and chewy with juicy blueberries in every bite, these cookies are the perfect mashup of breakfast and dessert.
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Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

Hearty yet tender, these blueberry oatmeal muffins are the kind you’ll want to bake every weekend. Sweet, wholesome, and family-approved.
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Peanut Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe: With Oatmeal

Chewy peanut butter pecan cookies on a plate. — Peanut Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe: With Oatmeal. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Nutty, rich, and delightfully chewy, these cookies combine peanut butter, pecans, and oats into one crave-worthy bite.
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Matcha Blueberry Smoothie With Oatmeal (Dairy-free)

Creamy and dairy-free matcha smoothie packed with blueberries and oatmeal in glasses. — Matcha Blueberry Smoothie With Oatmeal (Dairy-free). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This vibrant smoothie blends matcha, oats, and blueberries for a quick, energizing breakfast that’s both creamy and refreshing. Get the Recipe: Matcha Blueberry Smoothie With Oatmeal (Dairy-free)

Black Bottom Oatmeal Pie

This decadent pie layers chocolate ganache under a buttery oat filling for the ultimate mashup of pie and cookie.
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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix in a Jar

Gift-worthy and gorgeous, this mix-in-a-jar recipe makes baking cookies as easy as adding butter and eggs. A perfect homemade present!
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Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

With a crumbly oat crust and sweet strawberry layer, these bars are equal parts breakfast and dessert.
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Oatmeal Raisin Muffins

Soft, lightly spiced, and dotted with raisins, these muffins are the ultimate cozy breakfast or afternoon treat.
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Oatmeal Butterscotch Cookies

Chewy and caramel-sweet, these oatmeal butterscotch cookies are old-fashioned in the best way possible.
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Carrot Cake Slow Cooker Oatmeal

Carrot cake meets cozy breakfast in this slow cooker oatmeal that practically makes itself overnight.
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Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal Bars

Moist, sweet, and spiced just right, these baked oatmeal bars taste like holiday cheer in every bite.
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Canadian Date Bars with Oatmeal Crumble Topping

Hearty oats, sweet dates, and a buttery crumble come together in this classic Canadian dessert bar.
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Oatmeal Breakfast Bowl – Easy with Delicious Toppings

Once you master this base oatmeal bowl, the topping ideas are endless—fresh fruit, nuts, yogurt, or even chocolate chips.
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Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies

Warm, chewy, and packed with nostalgia, these old-fashioned oatmeal cookies are simple comfort done right.
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