Best 6 Grandmas Old Fashioned Oatmeal Recipes

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In the realm of breakfast comfort foods, few dishes evoke a sense of nostalgia and warmth quite like Grandma's Old Fashioned Oatmeal. This classic recipe, passed down through generations, has stood the test of time, earning its place as a cherished culinary tradition. With its wholesome ingredients, creamy texture, and comforting aroma, Grandma's Oatmeal offers a taste of history, a reminder of simpler times, and a nourishing start to any day. Whether you're seeking a hearty breakfast to fuel your morning adventures or a cozy bowl of goodness to warm your soul on a chilly day, this timeless recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings and transport you to a place of culinary bliss.

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GRANDMA'S OLD FASHIONED OATMEAL COOKIES



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I have the pleasure of reading and translating my gran's recipes - written in German some of them are difficult to translate - and then to take them from the era of lard and bacon grease to a healthier you - well here's one that came out great !! enjoy...

Provided by Ravenseyes

Categories     Dessert

Time 23m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup unbleached flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
14 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 3/4 sticks at room temp)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats (old fashioned type no instant stuff)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F - you will need 3 baking sheets lined with parchment paper (again the parchment keeps the cookie from burning and makes clean up faster).
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, soda and salt.
  • Beat together with mixer at low speed - butter and sugar until the sugar granules are not visible. Increase speed and beat 1 minute longer, scrape sides as needed and add egg, beat another 30 seconds. Add flour mixture 1/3 at a time and incorporate well over med speed until mixture is smooth. Add oatmeal and stir into the dough using your rubber spatula.
  • Divide into 24 equal portions and bake for 13 to 16 minutes placing only one cookie sheet in the oven at a time and rotating the cookie sheet half way through your cooking time -- these are the best and the thinnest cookies and very crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 25.6, Sodium 42.8, Carbohydrate 20.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 10.7, Protein 2

GRANDMA'S OLD FASHIONED OATMEAL



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This isn't my Grandmother's recipe. I have had it over 10 years and don't remember where I got the recipe. I am guessing at the time it takes to make this.

Provided by bullwinkle

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups water
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups dry oatmeal
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring the 2 1/2 cups water to a boil.
  • Then add the salt.
  • While stirring constantly, gradually add the oatmeal.
  • Continue to stir the oatmeal and add the sugar and cinnamon.
  • Cook 1 minute and add the evaporated milk.
  • After adding the evaporated milk reheat to boiling.
  • Pour oatmeal in a serving dish and top with the butter and brown sugar.

GRANDMOTHER'S OATMEAL COOKIES



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This is the best Oatmeal Cookie I have ever tasted and is my family's favorite. This is a recipe that I have had for years that a friend of mine gave me.

Provided by HAPPYGOLUCKY

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes     Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs
1 cup raisins
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup butter flavored shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups quick cooking oats
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Beat eggs, and stir in raisins and vanilla. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cream together shortening, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; stir into the sugar mixture. Mix in raisins and eggs, then stir in oats and walnuts. Roll dough into walnut sized balls, and place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in preheated oven, or until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 107.2 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

GRANDMA SNYDER'S OATMEAL CAKE



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This is a great cake for any sweet tooth. It is good served hot too.

Provided by Pam Haycraft

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup rolled oats
1 ¼ cups boiling water
½ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons melted butter
1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
¾ cup evaporated milk
1 ½ cups flaked coconut
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Pour water over oats, let stand.
  • Cream 1/2 cup butter or margarine and sugars. Add eggs and blend in a large mixing bowl. Sift the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg together. Add to sugars and egg mixture. Add vanilla and oats mixture, blend well.
  • Pour batter into a 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 30-40 minutes.
  • To Make Icing: Mix together 6 tablespoons melted butter, 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, 3/4 cup evaporated milk, coconuts, nuts, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
  • Pour this coconut concoction over the hot cake.
  • Put cake under broiler, and watch close so nuts don't burn, about 5-10 minutes. Serve hot or let cool. Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 47.4 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 243.9 mg, Sugar 44.5 g

GRANDMA'S OLD-FASHIONED OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



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These yummy oatmeal raisin cookies are an old-fashioned favorite. The easy drop cookies are spiced with a mixture of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup vegetable shortening
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar (packed)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
3 cups rolled oats (quick-cooking)
3/4 to 1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375 F. Grease baking sheets or line with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl with an electric mixer, cream together the shortening and brown sugar until light. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract.
  • Into another bowl sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
  • Stir the sifted mixture into the creamed mixture until blended. Stir in oats and raisins.
  • With a tablespoon, drop onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between the cookies.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 91 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 5 g, ServingSize 4 to 5 dozen servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GRANDMA'S OATMEAL BARS



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While I was growing up, I enjoyed my grandma's oatmeal bars every Christmas. This recipe reminds me of her and Christmastime as a child. And now I fix the bars for my family. -Nancy Hawkins, Brookville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound pitted dates, quartered
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup shortening
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, combine dates, water and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened and dates are tender, stirring constantly, 7-9 minutes. Remove from heat., In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, vanilla, baking soda, salt and almond extract. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Press half onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Carefully spread with date mixture. , Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over filling; press down gently. Bake until lightly browned, 25-30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. If desired, serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats: They have more texture and flavor than instant or quick-cooking oats.
  • Measure Oats and Water Accurately: Use measuring cups to get the right ratio of oats to water, which affects the oatmeal's consistency.
  • Cook Oatmeal Over Medium-Low Heat: This prevents scorching and ensures even cooking.
  • Stir Oatmeal Occasionally: Stirring helps prevent clumping and ensures even cooking.
  • Customize Oatmeal with Toppings: Try nuts, seeds, fruits, spices, or sweeteners to create a unique flavor profile.
  • Serve Oatmeal Warm: Oatmeal is best enjoyed when served warm and freshly cooked.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Old-Fashioned Oatmeal is a comforting and versatile breakfast option. It is easy to make, customizable, and can be enjoyed with a variety of toppings. You can prepare it in less than 30 minutes, making it a great choice for busy mornings. Whether you prefer it plain or dressed up with your favorite toppings, this classic oatmeal recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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