16 Ways to Turn Oatmeal Into Crave-Worthy Treats

A classic quick-cook oatmeal treat with a sweet, gooey center. Soft cookies sandwich a vanilla-flavored filling made with sugar and egg white. A delicious and reliable recipe that makes sharing easy. 

Decadent dessert bars made with chocolate chips, oatmeal, and walnuts get top marks from our community of home cooks. A layer of caramel deepens the flavor of each chewy square. 

Bake up a moist, fruity loaf with a wholesome oat topping. The perfect bread for picnics, potlucks, or anywhere a sweet burst of flavor is needed. 

An old-fashioned oatmeal cake recipe with timeless flavor. Brown sugar, coconut, and rolled oats combine for a rich, tender slice of perfectly spiced dessert you're sure to love. 

Add edge to traditional apple pie with a buttery oatmeal topping. Pair your pie with vanilla ice cream for some seriously good contrast that the whole family will love. 

"This recipe is so simple and fast but tastes so, so good," raves home cook MINNIE3. "I used strawberry jam instead of the raspberry and everyone at my work loved it. I made it again the next day and had to double the recipe."

Crystallized ginger and oats lend a spicy depth to standard peanut butter cookies. Crisp, chewy, and incredibly easy to make at home. 

Boldly spiced apricot filling  is sandwiched between hearty oat crumble layers for a dessert that's both silky and crisp. 

Rich chocolate chips and sweetened oatmeal make these fudgy treats worth repeating. Cut into small squares after baking and enjoy each thick, velvety bite. 

A five-ingredient dessert that embraces apple's natural sweetness. A mixture of oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon fills each fruit for a lusciously warm result. 

"Excellent cookies — took them to my book club and they were a hit," says reviewer pickyeaters1. "Plus, they're great for little kids as they are nice and soft. Thanks for a wonderful recipe." 

Easy and impressive crumb cake with the vibrant taste of banana. Rolled oats add a delicate nutty flavor to each sweet, spongy bite of this multi-textured cake. 

A recipe for delicate oatmeal muffins with the delightful tang of orange. Juice-soaked oats combine with butter, vanilla, and nutmeg to create chewy, perfectly golden treats. 

Old-fashioned oatmeal and buttermilk push these pancakes beyond basic. Make these comforting and filling flapjacks in just a half hour with this top-rated recipe. 

A mixture of oats, coffee, chocolate, and cocoa  powder is rolled in coconut flakes for an indulgently delicious Swedish treat. Chill rolled balls for at least 2 hours for a firmer candy. 

Rich, fragrant muffins dotted with fresh diced peaches. Brown sugar, buttermilk, applesauce, and oatmeal ensure a moist, flavorful texture.