Oats are one of those quiet pantry heroes many of us grew up with – affordable, filling and endlessly versatile. Whether you enjoy them warm on a cool morning or blended into a smoothie or biscuit, oats are a brilliant source of fibre and slow-release energy. These five simple oat recipes are perfect for Australians over 60, offering comfort, nutrition and plenty of flavour – without fuss.
5 Easy Oat Recipes
Overnight Breakfast Oats
Perfect for busy mornings
Ingredients
½ cup rolled oats
½ cup milk (or almond/oat milk)
¼ cup Greek yoghurt
1 tbsp chia seeds
Fresh berries or sliced apple
Method
Mix all ingredients in a jar or bowl.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Stir and enjoy cold or gently warmed.
Classic Oat Biscuits
Simple, crunchy and great with a cuppa
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup wholemeal flour
½ cup brown sugar
125g butter, melted
1 egg
½ tsp baking powder
Method
Preheat oven to 180°C.
Combine all ingredients.
Roll into balls, flatten slightly.
Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.
Banana & Mango Oat Smoothie
Creamy, filling and naturally sweet
Ingredients
1 banana
½ cup frozen mango
¼ cup rolled oats
1 cup milk or plant milk
Honey to taste (optional)
Method
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Serve immediately.
Savoury Oat Porridge with Spinach & Egg
A hearty, protein-rich meal
Ingredients
½ cup rolled oats
1 cup water or stock
Handful of spinach
1 poached or fried egg
Salt & pepper
Method
Cook oats in water or stock until creamy.
Stir through spinach until wilted.
Top with egg and season.
Apple & Cinnamon Baked Oats
Comfort food without the fuss
Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats
2 apples, grated
2 cups milk
1 egg
1 tsp cinnamon
Method
Preheat oven to 180°C.
Mix all ingredients in a baking dish.
Bake for 35–40 minutes until set.
Serve warm with yoghurt.