Description
This Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats recipe is a quick, nutritious, and delicious breakfast option perfect for fall or any time you crave comforting flavors. Combining rolled oats with creamy pumpkin puree and warm spices, it offers a wholesome start to your day with minimal prep and no cooking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Overnight Oats Base
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a jar or bowl, mix together the rolled oats, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Refrigerate Mixture: Cover the jar or bowl and place it in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow the oats to absorb the flavors and soften.
- Serve: In the morning, stir the oats well. Enjoy them cold directly from the fridge or heat in the microwave for a warm and comforting breakfast.
Notes
- Use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, to control sweetness and spice levels.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup as preferred.
- For extra texture, add nuts or seeds before refrigerating or as a topping before serving.
- This recipe is easily vegan and dairy-free when using plant-based milk.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
