All the Ways to Dress Up Your Oatmeal

Cannoli-Flavored Oatmeal

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Made with mascarpone, vanilla and a handful of chocolate chips, this oatmeal is dangerously decadent and even doubles as dessert.

Recipe via Recipe for Perfection

Nutella Hot Chocolate Oatmeal

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When you need a true morning pick-me-up, a few spoonfuls of Nutella and cocoa powder in your hot cereal isn't a bad way to go. Top with chopped hazelnuts and chocolate chips to really treat yourself.

Recipe via Café Delites

Bacon Cheddar Savory Oatmeal

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Bacon, onion, cheddar cheese and a fried egg on top. Need we say more?

Recipe via Macheesmo

Snickerdoodle Oatmeal

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Morning comfort food at its best, this oatmeal is simple, only slightly sweet and incredibly satisfying. Add a little extra milk to make it super creamy.

Recipe via House of Yumm

Slow-Cooker Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

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A creamy mixture of pumpkin, almond milk and maple syrup bakes all night, guaranteeing a comforting, nourishing bowl of oats come morning.

Recipe via Eating Bird Food

Morning Glory Oats

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If you love the apples, carrots, coconut and currants in a morning glory muffin, you're sure to fall for this vibrant bowl of morning oatmeal.

Recipe via Joy the Baker

Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal

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Fragrant, creamy and boasting just the right amount of sweetness, you can make this oatmeal the night before and reheat it for instant morning gratification.

Recipe via MotherThyme

Peanut Butter Oatmeal with Berry Chia Jam

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The classic combination of peanut butter and jelly takes on breakfast with this not-too-sweet, high protein morning recipe.

Recipe via The Endless Meal

Slow-Cooker Banana Overnight Oats

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Slow-cooked overnight oats are a breakfast game-changer, and this version tastes just like your favorite banana bread.

Recipe via Well Plated

Savory Steelcut Oatmeal

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This super adaptable recipe uses your favorite savory mix-ins to create a most memorable bowl of morning oats.

Recipe via Cookie + Kate

Chia Berry Oatmeal

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When fresh berries are in season this is our go-to, but int he cooler months, feel free to mix it up with apples and pears or your favorite toasted nuts and seeds.

Recipe via Happy Mothering

Savory Oatmeal with Roasted Butternut Squash and Walnut Pesto

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Pesto creeps onto the breakfast scene in this savory oatmeal featuring vitamin-packed roasted squash.

Recipe via What's Cooking Good Looking

Baked Peaches and Cream Oatmeal

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Whipped cream and toasted almonds instantly dress up any bowl of oatmeal. Add a spoonful of peach jam (or your favorite flavor) and you're really in business.

Recipe via How Sweet It Is

Strawberries and Cream Oatmeal

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A simple strawberry compote and creamy vanilla glaze takes your oatmeal game up a notch in no time.

Recipe via Apple of My Eye

Tropical Coconut Oatmeal

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When your morning could use a hint of the tropics, this oatmeal is cooked in coconut and almond milk and topped with colorful fresh pineapple and toasted coconut.

Recipe via Emile Eats

Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal

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The perfect slow weekend meal, this baked oatmeal tastes just like carrot cake, but with whole-grain nutrition. Dress it up with a little dollop of yogurt and maple syrup.

Recipe via Oh She Glows

Slow-Cooker Apple Pie Oatmeal

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This slow-cooker recipe is all about the topping, so don't forget the raisins, pecans and an extra dash of cinnamon.

Recipe via Domesticate Me

Brown Sugar Pear Steel Cut Oats

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Creamy steel cut oats, caramelized brown sugar pears and toasted pecans join forces to make one mighty fine breakfast.

Recipe via Minimalist Baker

Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal

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An absolutely crave-worthy addition to your breakfast game, this hot cereal boasts peanut butter, honey, a kiss of vanilla and roasted peanuts on top.

Recipe via Five Heart Home

Cinnamon Brown Sugar Soft Oatmeal Squares

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The brown sugar molasses frosting is reason enough to make these delicious and portable snack-size squares.

Recipevia Chelsea's Messy Apron