Oatmeal and overnight oats are the ultimate breakfast heroes—nutritious, versatile, and oh-so-easy to prepare. Whether you’re craving something warm and comforting or cool and refreshing, there’s a recipe to match your mood. From classic flavors to creative twists, this list of 19 must-have oatmeal and overnight oats recipes is packed with options to fuel your mornings and keep you energized throughout the day.

Brown Sugar Oatmeal

Brown Sugar Oatmeal. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Warm, comforting, and packed with the perfect hint of sweetness, this Brown Sugar Oatmeal is a cozy way to start your day. A quick and wholesome breakfast for any morning!
Get the Recipe: Brown Sugar Oatmeal

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Savor the timeless blend of sweet apples and warm cinnamon in this delightful Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal. It’s like a hug in a bowl!
Get the Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Protein powder Oatmeal

Healthy protein oatmeal in a blue bowl with blueberries and pecans sitting on a cutting board with a yellow napkin and protein powder behind it.
Protein powder Oatmeal. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Boost your breakfast with Protein Powder Oatmeal! Packed with nutrients and flavor, it’s the perfect fuel to power through your mornings.
Get the Recipe: Protein powder Oatmeal

Instant Pot Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Red bowl of oatmeal on a blue towel.
Instant Pot Peanut Butter Oatmeal. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Love peanut butter? This creamy Instant Pot Peanut Butter Oatmeal is ready in minutes and delivers rich nutty goodness in every bite!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

A stack of peanut butter oatmeal bars on a piece of paper.
Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Forget the oven—these Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are packed with flavor and perfect for on-the-go snacks or quick energy boosts.
Get the Recipe: Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Banana Oatmeal

A bowl of banana oatmeal and a glass of milk.
Banana Oatmeal. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Naturally sweet and oh-so-satisfying, Banana Oatmeal is a simple and delicious way to turn ripe bananas into a heartwarming breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Banana Oatmeal

Vegan Baked Oatmeal with Apples and Pecans

Vegan Baked Oatmeal with Apples and Pecans. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Packed with apples, pecans, and warm spices, this Vegan Baked Oatmeal is a nourishing dish that’s perfect for sharing or meal-prepping.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Baked Oatmeal with Apples and Pecans

Vegan Apple Cookies with Oatmeal

Vegan Apple Cookies with Oatmeal. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Chewy, soft, and bursting with apple-cinnamon flavor, these Vegan Apple Cookies with Oatmeal are a delightful treat you won’t want to miss.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Apple Cookies with Oatmeal

Cookie dough overnight oats in small bowl.
Cookie Dough Overnight Oats. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Indulge your sweet tooth with Cookie Dough Overnight Oats—a guilt-free way to enjoy dessert for breakfast that’s loaded with protein and flavor.
Get the Recipe: Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

Chocolate Baked Oats

Chocolate baked oats in a white baking dish with a serving spatula.
Chocolate Baked Oats. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Rich, gooey, and irresistibly chocolatey, Chocolate Baked Oats taste like a dessert straight out of the oven but are healthy enough for breakfast!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Baked Oats

Peanut butter baked protein oats

Orange solicone mold on a cutting board with peanut butter chocolate chip baked oatmeal with a spoonful coming out and a blue linen behind it.
Peanut butter baked protein oats. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Meet your new breakfast obsession: Peanut Butter Baked Protein Oats. High in protein, big on flavor, and perfectly baked!
Get the Recipe: Peanut butter baked protein oats

Pumpkin overnight oats

Mason jar with pumpkin spice overnight oats with cream cheese frosting on top and an orange linen and decorative pumpkins behind it.
Pumpkin overnight oats. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Enjoy fall flavors any time of year with Pumpkin Overnight Oats. Creamy, spiced, and absolutely delightful for pumpkin lovers!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin overnight oats

Festive overnight oats

Two blueberry protein muffins with one on the other both on a pink muffin liner with more muffins on a cutting board and yellow linen behind them.
Festive overnight oats. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Start your mornings with cheer! These Festive Overnight Oats bring a playful twist to your breakfast with colorful, eye-catching layers.
Get the Recipe: Festive overnight oats

Espresso overnight oats

Mason jar with espresso overnight oats topped with almond butter and a spoon in it on a wooden coaster with another jar of oats and a bowl of coffee behind it.
Espresso overnight oats. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Love coffee? Espresso Overnight Oats are here to combine your caffeine fix with a creamy, delicious start to the day!
Get the Recipe: Espresso overnight oats

Chocolate Overnight Oats

A bowl of chocolate overnight oats on a table.
Chocolate Overnight Oats. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Indulge your mornings with Chocolate Overnight Oats—a rich, decadent breakfast that’s healthy and oh-so-satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Overnight Oats

Chia Overnight Oats

Chia Overnight Oats in a glass with fresh berries.
Chia Overnight Oats. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Packed with nutrients and natural energy, Chia Overnight Oats are the perfect make-ahead meal for busy mornings.
Get the Recipe: Chia Overnight Oats

Healthy Overnight Oats Tiramisu

A spoonful of overnight oats tiramisu over a pretty bowl.
Healthy Overnight Oats Tiramisu. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Turn your favorite dessert into a wholesome breakfast with Healthy Overnight Oats Tiramisu! Layers of creamy coffee goodness in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Healthy Overnight Oats Tiramisu

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Two jars of apple oatmeal topped with chopped apples, surrounded by whole apples and a bowl of mixed nuts and dried fruits.
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Blend the classic flavors of apple and cinnamon into an easy make-ahead breakfast with Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats. Simple, delicious, and nutritious!
Get the Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Tropical Overnight Oats

Four combinations of vegan overnight oats with fruit.
Tropical Overnight Oats. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Bring a taste of paradise to your mornings with Tropical Overnight Oats. Loaded with fruity goodness, it’s like a mini tropical escape in a jar!
Get the Recipe: Tropical Overnight Oats

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