Oats 5 Ways
Energy Bites
Kids will love to help you make and eat these no-bake snacks! Mix 3 cups oats, ½ cup peanut or other nut or seed butter, ¼ cup honey or syrup, and ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries. Roll into balls and chill in the refrigerator until firm.
Overnight Oats
Make breakfast ahead of time with overnight oats. In a small container with a lid, mix oats, milk and cinnamon together and place in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, stir in your favorite fresh or canned fruit for a quick and easy breakfast.
Meatloaf
Add oats to ground meat like beef, chicken, or turkey and stretch meals farther. Using oats instead of breadcrumbs in meatloaf adds fiber too!
Pancakes and Waffles
Mix oats into pancake and waffle batter, it is an easy way to add texture and fiber to help you feel full longer. Top with canned or fresh fruit, low-fat yogurt, or chopped nuts!
Veggie Burgers
Use oats instead of breadcrumbs to make veggie or bean burgers. Oats help to hold the burger in shape and add a nice chewy texture. Serve on a whole wheat bun with lettuce, tomato, and onion on top!