13 Sweet & Savory Oat Bowls for Fall 

Instant Pot steel cut oats is the perfect solution if you often struggle with getting your oatmeal cooked just right. This easy recipe yields hearty oats with just the right chew. The brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon make this breakfast feel rich but not too heavy. Plus, the toasted pecans add a nice crunch. This is a real “stick to your ribs” kind of breakfast!

Who says you can't show a little love to sheet pan veggies in the morning? We roasted Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes to crisp perfection, making them the ultimate addition to a savory bowl of overnight oats. Salty pancetta and a drizzle of tahini add a jolt of flavor and are sure to keep you full until lunch.

Steel-cut oats get microwaved in a mixture of water and milk for supreme creaminess and a dose of vitamin D, thanks to the milk. With oats, mixed berries, and almonds, this breakfast is chock-full of fiber, boasting 10 grams per serving. And if your oats carry the certification, this meal is gluten-free as well.  

This savory overnight oats recipe invites a meaty umami burst with pancetta and crunchy bits of pistachios. Adding turmeric to the poaching liquid imparts a deep golden hue and warming spice to the egg. Garnish with microgreens for a wispy finish.

Speed up your morning routine with a nutritious breakfast made the night before. Naturally sweetened with fruit, and with a protein and probiotic boost from Greek yogurt, this recipe will help keep your mornings low-maintenance without skimping on flavor or fuel. Studies show frozen blueberries have considerably greater polyphenol concentrations over fresh, while most other nutrient levels in fresh and frozen berries are comparable.

Overnight oats take less than five minutes to prepare the night before, and all you need to do is add toppings the next morning. Steel cut oats are ideal for this method since they retain their toothy bite without getting mushy. The key to getting the right texture is hot milk—it needs to be hot in order to soften the oats; cold milk simply can’t tenderize them during an overnight soak. 

A grilled avocado elevates this flavorful overnight oats bowl with its charred flesh and cool, creamy interior. Crowned with a six-minute egg and garnished with spicy chili flakes, this savory breakfast will keep you satisfied 'til lunchtime.

These overnight oats are a simple base for an easy breakfast. This recipe requires nothing more than stirring and sitting. Jazz them up with one of these 14 tasty topping combinations, whether savory or sweet, to make a breakfast worth waking up for. 

Get a rockin’ start to your day with our Elvis-inspired savory overnight oats recipe. Miso adds worlds of savory depth to caramelized bananas and crispy bits of bacon. Add any combination of nuts and seeds you like for a crunchy contrast. 

This breakfast bowl is a great way to sneak in a serving of vegetables. The egg white, almond milk, and banana create a custard that’s reminiscent of the starchy porridge consistency of standard oatmeal, while the flax and zucchini give bulk and texture. Very ripe bananas are key to providing enough natural sweetness so that the dish doesn’t taste too vegetal.  

Savory oats don't always get the love they deserve. Adding veggies and eggs to your bowl of oatmeal results in a hearty breakfast that is anything but boring. If you don't like a runny yolk, cook your egg to your preference so you're still getting all of that delicious protein.

Oatmeal and turkey bacon are two great breakfast food options. This savory bowl of oats combines the two for a hearty meal that's loaded with protein and fiber for a healthy start to your day. Make these on the weekend for a breakfast in bed, or multiply the recipe to make a big pot and serve a crowd.

We simmer fresh, sweet corn kernels with toasted rolled oats until thick and creamy for a happy cross between oatmeal and creamed corn, made even sweeter with maple syrup. Try substituting unsweetened almond milk for the whole milk for a rich, slightly nutty flavor.