Pumpkin Overnight Oats
Cozy pumpkin overnight oats that busy families absolutely love because they’re ready when you wake up! This creamy breakfast tastes like fall in a jar and saves you precious morning time.
Recipe Details
Timing & Servings: Prep Time: 10 minutes, Additional Time: 7 hours 50 minutes, Total Time: 8 hours, Serves: 1 person.
Nutrition Profile: High-Calcium, Bone Health, Dairy-Free, Healthy Aging, Low-Sodium, Soy-Free, High-Fiber, Heart-Healthy, Vegan, Vegetarian, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Low-Calorie.
Nutrition Facts (per serving): 218 Calories, 4g Fat, 41g Carbs, 6g Protein.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Rolled oats: You’ll need 1/2 cup of good old-fashioned rolled oats. These create the perfect creamy texture that makes overnight oats so amazing!
Unsweetened almond milk: Just 1/3 cup of any nondairy milk you have works great. Oat milk or soy milk are fantastic too!
Pumpkin puree: 3 tablespoons of pure pumpkin puree gives you that cozy fall flavor. Make sure it’s plain pumpkin, not pie filling.
Pure maple syrup: 2 teaspoons adds just the right sweetness. Real maple syrup tastes so much better than the fake stuff!
Vanilla extract: Half a teaspoon brings out all those warm flavors beautifully.
Ground cinnamon: 1/4 teaspoon makes everything smell like autumn morning magic.
Salt: Just a tiny pinch makes all the flavors pop and taste more balanced.
Toasted pumpkin seeds or pecans: These are for topping and add such a nice crunch to every bite!
How to Make Pumpkin Overnight Oats
Step 1: Grab a pint-size jar and add your oats, almond milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Stir everything together really well until it’s all mixed up. Cover the jar with a lid and pop it in the fridge overnight.
Step 2: In the morning, give it a quick stir and top with toasted pumpkin seeds or pecans if you want that extra crunch. Then just grab a spoon and enjoy!
Easy and Quick Pumpkin Overnight Oats Version
Want to make this even simpler? You can skip the vanilla and just use extra cinnamon for flavor! Also, regular milk works fine if you don’t need it dairy-free. The recipe is already super quick, but these little shortcuts make it even easier on busy nights.
Serving Ideas
These oats are a complete breakfast all on their own! They’re perfect with a hot cup of coffee or tea. You can also add some fresh berries on top or a drizzle of extra maple syrup if you’re feeling fancy.
Storage
Keep your overnight oats covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. They actually taste better after the first night because all the flavors have time to blend together. No need to reheat – they’re meant to be enjoyed cold and creamy!
Substitutions
No almond milk? Any milk works great here. Don’t have maple syrup? Honey or agave work too. Out of pumpkin puree? Try mashed banana or sweet potato puree instead. You can definitely make this recipe work with whatever you have!
Pro Tips
- Gluten-free note: Make sure your oats are labeled gluten-free if you need them to be, since regular oats can be cross-contaminated with wheat.
- Meal prep magic: Double or triple this recipe to make breakfast for the whole week. Just use separate jars for each serving.
- Perfect texture: If your oats seem too thick in the morning, just add a splash more milk and stir.
- Leftover pumpkin: This recipe is perfect for using up that opened can of pumpkin puree sitting in your fridge!
FAQs
Can I make these without the pumpkin?
You bet! Just leave out the pumpkin and add an extra tablespoon of milk to keep the consistency right. You’ll still have delicious cinnamon overnight oats.
Do I have to use a jar?
Not at all! Any small bowl or container with a lid works perfectly fine. Jars are just convenient because you can eat right out of them.
Can I eat these right away instead of waiting overnight?
Sure! They’ll taste good, but the texture won’t be as creamy and soft. The overnight time really helps the oats absorb all that yummy liquid and get perfectly tender.
How can I make these sweeter?
No worries! Just add another teaspoon of maple syrup, or try topping with fresh fruit, a sprinkle of brown sugar, or even a few mini chocolate chips for a treat.
I hope you love these cozy pumpkin overnight oats as much as I do! They make busy mornings so much easier and taste like a warm hug in a jar. Let me know how yours turn out – I’d love to hear about any fun toppings you try!
