Description
This Pumpkin Overnight Oats recipe is a delicious and nutritious make-ahead breakfast that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice with creamy oats and chia seeds. Ready to enjoy in the morning with minimal effort, it’s perfect for a cozy fall breakfast or anytime you crave a wholesome start.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats Mixture
- 1/4 cup organic quick oats*
- 1/2 cup unsweetened milk of choice (I like oat milk)
- 2 tbsp pumpkin butter (use less if store bought)
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- pinch cinnamon
- pinch pumpkin pie spice
Toppings
- 1/4 sliced banana (freeze the rest for smoothies)
- pinch cinnamon
- pinch pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp raw hulled pecans, pepitas, walnuts (or any nut)
- whipped cream or dairy free cream (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a jar, add 1/4 cup of organic quick oats and 1/2 cup of your unsweetened milk choice.
- Stir and Season: Mix in 2 tablespoons of pumpkin butter, 1 teaspoon of chia seeds, and a pinch each of cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice. Stir until well combined.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar with a lid or plastic wrap, shake gently to mix, and place it in the refrigerator overnight (about 8 hours) to allow the oats to soak and flavors to meld.
- Prepare to Serve: The next morning, remove the oats from the refrigerator and let them sit on the counter for 30 minutes to take out the chill. Alternatively, microwave for a few seconds if you prefer warm oats.
- Add Toppings: Top the soaked oats with 1/4 sliced banana, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, add 1 tablespoon of raw hulled pecans, pepitas, or walnuts, and finish with whipped cream or a dairy-free cream if desired.
- Enjoy: Mix gently and enjoy your nutritious and flavorful pumpkin overnight oats immediately.
Notes
- For gluten-free, be sure to use gluten-free oats.
- Adjust the amount of pumpkin butter depending on whether it is store-bought or homemade to control sweetness.
- Freezing leftover banana slices is great for future smoothies.
- Microwaving is optional and adjusts the temperature to your liking.
- You can customize nuts and toppings to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
