Creamy Pumpkin Oatmeal
Start your morning with a bowl of creamy pumpkin oatmeal! This easy and nutritious breakfast combines oats, pumpkin puree, and warming spices like pumpkin pie spice for a cozy, autumn-inspired dish. Perfect for busy mornings, this recipe is customizable with toppings like dried cranberries, pecans, or maple syrup. Full of fiber, vitamins, and flavor, it’s a breakfast that satisfies and energizes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Fall
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 cup old-fashioned oats
2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: dried cranberries, chopped pecans, maple syrup
Instructions
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Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix the oats, milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
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Cook: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and the mixture thickens to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes).
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Serve: Ladle the oatmeal into bowls and top with your favorite toppings like dried cranberries, chopped pecans, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
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For vegan options, use plant-based milk and vegan-friendly sweeteners.
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You can use steel-cut oats, but adjust the cooking time and liquid.
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Canned pumpkin should be pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
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To make ahead, refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
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