Description
This creamy Pumpkin Oatmeal is a cozy and nutritious breakfast option perfect for fall or any time you crave a warm, comforting meal. Combining rolled oats with pumpkin puree and aromatic pumpkin pie spice, this quick stovetop recipe is naturally sweetened with brown sugar or maple syrup and can be topped with nuts, yogurt, or whipped topping for extra flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups soy milk or any other milk
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar or pure maple syrup, to taste
Toppings (optional)
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Additional sweetener (brown sugar or maple syrup)
- Additional milk
- Yogurt or whipped topping
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, pumpkin puree, milk, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and your choice of sweetener to a small pot. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Oatmeal: Place the pot on the stove over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and ensure an even cook. Continue cooking for about 3-4 minutes or until the oats are softened and the mixture has thickened to your preferred consistency.
- Serve and Garnish: Once cooked, spoon the pumpkin oatmeal into bowls. Top with your favorite toppings such as chopped walnuts or pecans, an extra drizzle of sweetener, a splash of milk, yogurt, or whipped topping. Enjoy immediately while warm for a comforting start to your day.
Notes
- Leftovers will keep well for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
- For an easy make-ahead version, prepare as overnight oats by mixing all ingredients in a bowl with a lid and refrigerate overnight or up to 4 days. Serve cold or warm as desired.
- If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice, you can substitute with 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg for similar flavor.
- Nutrition information does not include optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
