Gingerbread Baked Oats | Slimming World Recipes (2024)

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Are baked oats good for gut health? ›

You'll Have an Easier Time in the Bathroom. "Oats contain a special type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan," says Michalczyk. "Beta-glucan forms a gel-like consistency in the gut and helps to keep things moving in your digestive tract and keep you regular."

If the center is soggy, the oats likely need a little more time in the oven. Be sure to bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

The difference between baked oatmeal and baked oats is all in the texture. "And getting that cake-like texture comes from adding the egg, but also blending the ingredients well," Jawad explains. You can double (or triple) the recipe.

Deduct 7 Syns if using Porridge oats dried as a Healthy Extra 'b' choice. Fluffy baked potato, rich, tomatoey beans, crisp green salad... Your quick and tasty midday meal – sorted!

Oatmeal is good for your gut.

Oats are a prebiotic food and the beta-glucan fiber helps feed the good bacteria. The fiber helps to keep you full for hours by slowing down digestion AND contributes to keeping bowel movements regular. A healthy gut decreases the risk for disease and inflammation.

As it is bland in nature, overconsuming oats may lead to an increase in sugar intake. Opting for an oats-only diet may deprive your body of getting nourishment from other healthy food sources.

TO STORE: Refrigerate leftover baked oatmeal for 5 to 7 days, either wrapped in the baking pan or in an airtight container. TO REHEAT: Bake the oatmeal in a 350°F oven until it's warmed through, or simply heat it up in the microwave.

Soaking not only softens the oats, but it also makes them more tender, quicker to cook, and easier to digest. In a side-by-side comparison, we found that unsoaked oats lacked that fluffy, creamy texture soaked oats provide. So, from here on out, we'll be soaking. Once they're soaked, it's time to cook.

It's a gluten-free protein packed healthy cake-like oatmeal that you'll be dreaming of at night. Technique tips: The baked oats will keep well in an airtight container for 2 days at room temperature and up to a week in the fridge.

The Mayo Clinic, among other health authorities, recommends starting your day with a wholesome serving of oatmeal. Oatmeal is well-known for being a good source of fiber, for lowering blood glucose and cholesterol levels, and for reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Is oatmeal better for you than potatoes? ›

Compare 100 calories of baked potato to 100 calories of oatmeal, and you find a bit less protein (3 grams vs. 4), a bit more starch (18 grams vs. 16) and a similar mineral profile (potatoes have more potassium, but oats have more selenium). But potatoes beat out oats in just about every vitamin, as well as fiber.

Additionally, overnight oats retain more of their natural nutrients since they are not exposed to high heat during the cooking process. Cooked oats, on the other hand, have a higher glycemic index compared to overnight oats. This means they may cause a more rapid increase in blood sugar levels.

The Verdict. In this scenario, eggs on toast is the breakfast winner due to their protein and complex carb double whammy - it's especially good if you're trying to keep yourself full till lunch. Don't ditch the porridge straight away though, add some greek yoghurt, nut butter and/or seeds for an added protein punch.

Fruit and yogurt is a super-speedy breakfast combo – and the world is your fruit bowl as nearly all whole, fresh and frozen fruits are Free Foods at Slimming World. If all else fails, high-fibre cereal bars can be a brilliant backup. You can have two Slimming World Hi-fi bars as a Healthy Extra.

Free Foods are at the heart of Food Optimising. They include everyday staples such as pasta, rice and potatoes, and you can eat them in unlimited amounts, so you'll never go hungry.

Oats contain a unique type of fibre that nourishes and restores healthy gut bacteria. Dr Pirotta says it's important to go for whole, rolled or steel cut oats, rather than quick oats.

Since baked oats are so soft and easy to digest, many people like baking them in mini muffin tins to turn them into a healthy homemade baby food or toddler snacks. Another deliciously versatile way of preparing baked oats is to slice them, chill them and fry them.

A healthy diet, rich in fiber, can beneficially modulate the gut microbiota. In this sense, oats are a source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. Oats are considered a functional ingredient with prebiotic potential and contain plant proteins, unsaturated fats, and antioxidant compounds.