Hamlyns Scottish Porridge Oats and Oatmeal

21/12/2025

Did you see the Hebridean Baker’s mincemeat oat cookie recipe in today’s PS magazine in the Sunday Post? They are one of our favourite Christmas treats and we’re looking forward to making them tomorrow.

They’re really easy to bake and are a great alternative to mince pies. Recipe link below.

hamlynsoats.co.uk/recipes/mincemeat-oat-cookies

20/12/2025

What’s the best bit of a Christmas dinner? Turkey? Roasties? Sprouts? Pigs in blankets? For us, it’s got to be homemade stuffing.

It’s surprisingly quick to make and all you need to get started is oatmeal, onions, herbs and a few favourite add-ins.

Herbs and seasoning:
Keep it classic with sage, thyme and rosemary, or ring the changes with a pinch of nutmeg or a little grated ginger for gentle festive warmth.

Fruits, vegetables and nuts:
Alongside sautéed onions and celery, try grated apple, chopped apricots, orange or lemon zest, chestnuts or dried cranberries for a proper Christmas twist.

Head to our blog for the full basic stuffing recipe and more ideas.

Now it's over to you… what’s your favourite part of Christmas dinner? Tell us in the comments 👇

18/12/2025

Our pecan caramel slices taste as good as they look, and might just be the most irresistible thing you bake this Christmas!

Think maple and pecan flapjack layered with homemade caramel, white chocolate, fruit and nuts.

Download the recipe here: hamlynsoats.co.uk/recipes/pecan-caramel-slices/

18/12/2025

Another great family event from our friends at Garioch Community Kitchen.

Looking for a FREE* activity to take part in during the Christmas holidays with the children? Would you like to get the children interested in cooking? Then why not come along to our Twixmas Family Kitchen Cooking Class for Parents/Carers & Children over 5 years!
For a £3.50 admin fee per family to support our community kitchen, you and the children prepare and cook a tasty lunch to take home with all tuition and ingredients included as well as receiving a gift for every family to take home.
✅ All ingredients included (either meat, veg or fish & more!)
✅ Get the children interested in cooking and trying new foods
✅ Free gift to take home
Making Sausage, Veggie & Gnocchi Traybake
Monday 29th Dec or Tuesday 30th Dec
🕛 11am – 1pm
📍 Wyness Hall, Jackson Street, Inverurie, AB51 3QB
Limited availability – please reserve yours now at www.gariochcommunitykitchen.org

17/12/2025

Congratulations to the finalists in the Hamlyns/Woodfarm burger challenge.

Pupils were challenged to design a burger with oats.

This year pupils designed an assortment of beef chicken, lamb and veggie burgers.

We were so impressed with the recipes, cooking skills, organisation and of course the taste of the burgers.

Very well done to our winner who took the prize in the face of stiff competition for his chicken burger.

As they say, winner winner chicken dinner!

Thanks to the staff in Woodfarm’s Home Economics department for another great project.

Have a lovely Christmas break everyone.

17/12/2025

Congratulations to the finalists in the Hamlyns/Woodfarm burger challenge.

Pupils were challenged to design a burger with oats.

This year pupils designed an assortment of beef chicken, lamb and veggie burgers.

We were so impressed with the recipes, cooking skills, organisation and of course the taste of the burgers.

Very well done to our winner who took the prize in the face of stiff competition for his chicken burger. As they say winner winner chicken dinner!

Thanks to the staff in Woodfarm’s Home Economics department for another great project.

15/12/2025

Looking for a thoughtful, delicious homemade gift? These crunchy oat biscotti made with oats, dried cranberries, pistchios and orange zest are just the ticket — perfect presented in a Christmas tin or reusable glass jar.

Made with wholesome ingredients and that lovely nutty oat flavour you get from Hamlyns oats, they’re easy to bake, really delicious and look very special.

Bake a batch to enjoy with friends, family or neighbours over the festive season.



Get the recipe here: hamlynsoats.co.uk/recipes/biscotti

13/12/2025

Whitehills School is looking very festive. Merry Christmas everyone. 🎄

Enjoy the last week of school and have a great holiday when it comes. 🎅 ❄️ 🎁

12/12/2025

Here's the second of the new festive recipes from The Wee Larder. These chocolate orange marmalade bars are soft and delicious.

10/12/2025

Thanks to our loyal customers who have ensured we made the Scottish Grocer & Convenience Retailer Top 50 Scottish food and drink brands again this year.