Oatmeal for Babies: Types, Health Benefits, and Recipes to Try

 

7. Rolled oats

The picture that comes to your mind when you think of oats is probably that of rolled oats. Rolled oats are oat flakes derived from whole oat grain. They are made by steaming dehulled (without skin) oat grains and then running them through a roller before drying. Rolled oats come in two varieties: slow-cooking and fast-cooking oats.

8. Coarse oat flour

Whole oat grain, and not refined oat grain, is pounded to form a coarse flour that is packed with fiber. An infant cereal mix will likely contain oat flour since it mixes well with hot water.