Description
Creamy pumpkin pie overnight oats for a quick, healthy, and customizable breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (not instant)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, almond milk preferred)
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey, agave, or your favorite sweetener)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a mason jar or airtight container, combine rolled oats and milk. Ensure oats are submerged.
- Add Pumpkin Puree: Scoop in pumpkin puree.
- Incorporate Chia Seeds: Add chia seeds.
- Sweeten: Pour in maple syrup (or sweetener of choice).
- Spice: Sprinkle in pumpkin pie spice.
- Enhance Flavor: Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Mix Well: Put the lid on the jar and shake vigorously until all ingredients are well combined.
- Refrigerate: Place the jar in the refrigerator and let it sit overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- Check Consistency: In the morning, check the consistency. If too thick, add more milk. If too thin, add more chia seeds and let sit for 30 minutes.
- Choose Toppings: Add your favorite toppings like whipped cream, nuts, seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, or graham cracker crumbs.
- Assemble and Enjoy: Spoon into a bowl or eat from the jar. Top with toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Add protein powder or Greek yogurt for a more filling breakfast.
- Use non-dairy milk and maple syrup/agave for a vegan option.
- Add chopped fruit for extra flavor and nutrients.
- Double or triple the recipe for meal prepping.
- Experiment with different spices, nuts, seeds, and milks.
- Warm it up in the microwave if desired (remove toppings first).
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes