Description
Pumpkin Overnight Oats are a quick, creamy, and nourishing breakfast that tastes just like pumpkin pie but is healthy enough to eat every day. With cozy fall spices, pumpkin purée, oats, and maple syrup, this make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy mornings or a comforting snack. It takes just 5 minutes to prepare and keeps well for several days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (any kind – dairy, almond, oat, or soy)
- ½ cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds or ground flaxseed (optional, for thickness)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
- Toppings: chopped pecans, granola, pumpkin seeds, or sliced fruit
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a medium bowl or jar, combine oats, milk, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until well blended.
- Add Extras: Stir in chia seeds and Greek yogurt if using. These make the oats thicker and creamier.
- Seal and Chill: Transfer to an airtight jar or container. Refrigerate for at least 6–8 hours, or overnight, to allow the oats to absorb the liquid.
- Stir and Serve: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. Add a splash of milk if needed to loosen the texture.
- Top and Enjoy: Add your favorite toppings such as granola, nuts, or fruit before serving.
Notes
Store pumpkin overnight oats in airtight containers for up to 4–5 days. They can be eaten cold or warmed in the microwave for a cozy breakfast. Adjust sweetness and spice to taste. For vegan oats, use plant-based milk and yogurt. You can also add cocoa powder for a chocolate version or espresso for a pumpkin spice latte twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (½ recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg