Oat flakes are oats which have been specially treated so that they will cook quickly. This food is extremely versatile and it can be found in a range of recipes .When oat flakes are made whole oats are steamed to soften them and then they are rolled out to flatten them. It can be a very healthy & have high nutritional value. Once can use oat flakes as a breakfast cereal heating them and mixing them with an assortment of ingredients. They can also be added to baked goods like scones muffins cookies and bread creating additional texture and adding to the nutritional value of these foods.