Enjoy the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie for breakfast with these creamy and satisfying pumpkin overnight oats. Made with old fashioned oats, pure pumpkin, fall spices, and chia seeds, it’s a healthy breakfast perfect for cozy fall mornings.
We are in October, which means pumpkin spice everything! To me “true fall” season doesn’t kickoff until October 1st. That’s when the night temperatures start to feel crisp, the boots can come out of the closet, and leaves start to change colors. I’m sharing one of my favorite breakfast recipes this time of the year: pumpkin overnight oats!
Have You Heard Of Overnight Oats Before?
Overnight oats are a no-cook method of making oatmeal. Instead of making the oatmeal on the stovetop or microwave, you simply mix liquid (and other mix-ins) with oats and let it rest in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning you have a pudding-like, ready-to-eat oatmeal that is great for breakfast on the go. The best part is you can fully customize overnight oats with your favorite flavors and toppings.
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Pumpkin Overnight Oats
These pumpkin overnight oats are inspired by all your favorite fall pumpkin-flavored treats. It’s a great healthy and hearty breakfast that will keep you full all morning. Who said you can’t have pumpkin pie for breakfast?!
What Ingredients Do You Need To Make Pumpkin Overnight Oats?
- Rolled Oats- I recommend using rolled oats in order to get the best creamy texture. Quick cooking oats will be mushier and steel cut oats won’t soften enough.
- Milk- I use oat milk to get the right consistency, but you can choose any dairy or non-dairy alternative. Be sure to use unsweetened varieties to reduce the amount of added sugar.
- Pumpkin Puree- I use canned 100% pure pumpkin for convenience, but you can roast and puree fresh pumpkin too. Don’t buy canned pumpkin pie filling. You want the pure pumpkin with no added sugar.
- Greek Yogurt – I used 2% plain Greek yogurt for a little extra protein, and it makes the oats extra creamy.
- Maple syrup- just a touch for some added sweetness. You can use any other liquid sweetener like honey or agave. Adjust the sweetness to your liking.
- Chia Seeds- help make the oats thick and creamy and add a boost of nutrition
- Fall Spices- use store bought pumpkin pie spice for that true pumpkin pie flavor. Alternatively, you can make your own by mixing cinnamon, nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, and ground allspice.
- Vanilla extract- for some additional depth of flavor
Are Pumpkin Overnight Oats Healthy?
These pumpkin overnight oats are packed with nutrients to kick-start your day. It’s full of fiber from the oats, pumpkin, and chia seeds to keep you feeling full. The additional Greek yogurt and chia seeds provide protein. In addition, you’re eating a vegetable for breakfast! Pumpkin is low in calories but a great source of vitamin C, E, potassium, iron, and beta-carotene, which turns into vitamin A in your body. Vitamin A helps promote a healthy immune system, good eye health/vision, and is important for healthy skin and cells.
Easy To Make
Overnight oats couldn’t get any easier to make. It only takes about five minutes to stir all the ingredients together the night before and there’s zero cooking involved! I suggest letting them soak for 6-8 hours so the oats have time to absorb the liquid and soften (hence overnight!). In the morning you give the mixture a stir and throw in your favorite toppings. It’s so convenient for the family and the best part is it can be meal prepped for the entire week.
Are Overnight Oats Eaten Hot Or Cold?
Unlike a bowl of warm oatmeal, overnight oats are meant to be enjoyed cold so they’re perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast on busy mornings. If want to warm the oats, add additional liquid and microwave or cook on the stove top, stirring frequently. If you’re looking for warm pumpkin flavored oatmeal you can also try my Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal.
Tips And Ways To Customize
- For additional protein, feel free to add your favorite protein powder, just add additional milk. Alternatively, the morning of you can add nut butter, yogurt, nuts, or seeds for more protein.
- If the oatmeal is too thick when you grab it from the fridge in the morning, add an extra splash of milk to get your desired consistency
- I only use 1 tablespoon of maple syrup because I don’t like my oatmeal too sweet. But you can always mix in more to reach your desired sweetness.
- Have fun customizing with your favorite toppings: pumpkin seeds, candied pecans, hemp seeds, nut butter, fresh fruit, dried fruit, yogurt, whipped cream, granola, chocolate chips, and more!
Want more delicious fall recipes? Here are more of my seasonal favorites:
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Crepes
- Apple Streusel Muffins
- Kale Caesar Salad
- Vegetarian Chili With Butternut Squash
- Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto
- Apple Crisp
Pumpkin Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk of choice
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup honey or sweetener of choice
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon Pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ Tablespoon chia seeds or flax seeds
Optional Toppings
- Pumpkin seeds
- Chia seeds hemp seeds, flax meal
- Nut butters
- Greek yogurt
- Nuts: pecans walnuts, almonds
- Granola
- Fresh or dried fruit
- Chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a container with a tightly fitting lid, add the milk, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined and no clumps remain.
- Add the pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon and stir well. Next add the oats and chia seeds and stir until well incorporated. Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
- In the morning, stir well. Add additional liquid, if needed, to obtain desired consistency. Lastly, add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
• Make your own pumpkin spice mix: 3 Tablespoons ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons nutmeg, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves, 1 ½ teaspoons ground allspice • I use unsweetened oat milk, but you can choose any dairy or non-dairy alternative. Be sure to use unsweetened varieties to reduce the amount of added sugar. • For additional protein, feel free to add your favorite protein powder, just add additional milk. Alternatively, the morning of you can add nut butter, yogurt, nuts, or seeds for more protein. • If the oatmeal is too thick when you grab it from the fridge in the morning, add an extra splash of milk to get your desired consistency • I only use 1 tablespoon of maple syrup because I don’t like my oatmeal too sweet. But you can always mix in more to reach your desired sweetness. • Easily double or triple the recipe for a large batch and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for the week.
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