7 Awesome Things to do with Oats

Wondering what to do with that giant can of rolled oats you have in the pantry? From granola to cake to cookies, here are a few of my favorite easy oatmeal recipes.

1. Homemade S'Mores Granola

This easy homemade granola is kicked up with chocolate and marshmallow chunks. Get the recipe.

2. Flourless Pistachio Oatmeal Muffins

Ground pistachios and oats make the base for these awesome flourless (and gluten-free!) muffins. Get the recipe.

3. Lavender Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Oats are ground up into a flour before being baked into these light and slightly chewy oatmeal cookies. Get the recipe.

4. Apple Pie Oatmeal

Creamy oatmeal is topped with this spiced homemade apple pie filling for a breakfast that tastes just as good as dessert! Get the recipe.

5. Almond Croissant Oatmeal

This cozy bowl of oatmeal tastes exactly like an almond croissant. OK...well maybe not EXACTLY, but it's pretty damn close. Get the recipe.

6. DIY Oatmeal Lavender Bath Soak

Turn oats into a soothing lavender-scented soak for your bath. It's moisturizing and wonderful for dry winter skin. This makes a great little gift or stocking stuffer.  Get the instructions.

7. Flourless Cashew Oatmeal Cake 

This easy gluten-free cake is one of my favorites. It's moist with a lovely crumb and perfect along with a mug of tea or coffee in the afternoon. Get the recipe.