Cozy Overnight Pumpkin Spice Oats: The Best Fall Breakfast
These creamy, spiced overnight oats are the perfect fall breakfast, combining pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a touch of maple syrup for a comforting, make-ahead meal that tastes like a hug in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes (includes overnight refrigeration)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup (240ml) milk of choice (whole, oat, or almond)
- 1/4 cup (60g) plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup (120g) pumpkin puree (100% pure pumpkin)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper (optional but recommended)
- For the topping (optional): 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts, 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds (pepitas), extra maple syrup or honey, splash of milk
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper (if using) until smooth.
- Taste the wet mixture and adjust sweetness or spice as needed; it should be slightly stronger than desired final flavor.
- Add 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats and stir until every oat is coated.
- Divide the mixture evenly between two mason jars or one larger airtight container. Tap gently to settle and remove air bubbles.
- Add toppings now (they will soften) or wait until morning for crunchier toppings.
- Seal jars and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight (6-12 hours).
- In the morning, stir the oats. If too thick, add a splash of milk. Top with pecans, pumpkin seeds, and extra maple syrup if desired. Serve cold or microwave for 45-60 seconds for a warm breakfast.
Notes
For best texture, use old-fashioned rolled oats, not instant or steel-cut. The oats need at least 6 hours to soften. Toppings can be added before refrigerating (they will soften) or in the morning for crunch. The recipe keeps for up to 5 days in the fridge. For a warm version, microwave for 45-60 seconds or reheat in a saucepan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 48
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 12
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