Description
This Pumpkin Overnight Oats recipe is a delicious and nutritious make-ahead breakfast that combines creamy oats with seasonal pumpkin flavors, warming spices, and wholesome toppings. Perfect for a quick and cozy morning meal, it is easy to prepare, gluten-free when made with certified oats, and customizable with your favorite milk and nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1/4 cup organic quick oats*
- 1/2 cup unsweetened milk of choice (oat milk recommended)
- 2 tbsp pumpkin butter (use less if store bought)
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Pinch of pumpkin pie spice
Topping
- 1/4 sliced banana (freeze the rest for smoothies)
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Pinch of pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp raw hulled pecans, pepitas, walnuts (or any nut)
- Whipped cream or dairy-free cream (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a jar, combine 1/4 cup organic quick oats with 1/2 cup unsweetened milk of your choice. Stir in 2 tablespoons of pumpkin butter, 1 teaspoon chia seeds, a pinch of cinnamon, and a pinch of pumpkin pie spice until well mixed.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar tightly, shake gently to mix the ingredients, and place it in the refrigerator to soak overnight for at least 8 hours. This allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and flavors, creating a creamy texture.
- Prepare to Serve: The next morning, remove the jar from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to reduce chill. Alternatively, you can microwave it for a few seconds if you prefer a warm breakfast.
- Add Toppings and Enjoy: Top the oats with 1/4 sliced banana, a sprinkle of cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, and 1 tablespoon of raw hulled nuts such as pecans, pepitas, or walnuts. Add whipped cream or dairy-free cream on top if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious pumpkin-flavored breakfast.
Notes
- For gluten-free version, be sure to use certified gluten-free oats.
- Adjust pumpkin butter quantity based on the sweetness and intensity of the pumpkin flavor, especially if using store-bought varieties.
- You can swap nuts with seeds or your preferred crunchy topping for texture variation.
- Freezing leftover banana slices is an excellent way to reduce waste and add to smoothies later.
- Use any plant-based or dairy milk depending on your dietary preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
