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Easy Pumpkin Oatmeal

Easy Pumpkin Oatmeal

The ultimate comfort food, Easy Pumpkin Oatmeal combines creamy oats with the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices. This easy weeknight breakfast is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a perfect choice for busy mornings. Treat yourself to a bowl of warmth tonight!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.75 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2-4 tablespoons chia seeds, ground flaxseeds, hemp seeds, nut butter, or shredded unsweetened coconut
  • to taste raisins, dried cranberries, apple butter, chopped pecans, chopped walnuts, or additional maple syrup or honey

Equipment

  • Calphalon 5-Quart Pot
  • Storage Containers
  • Pumpkin

Method
 

  1. Place 3 cups water in a medium pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat on the stove top.
  2. Add the oats, vanilla extract, and spices. Let simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the oats are soft and the water is absorbed. Stir more toward the end of cooking to prevent the oats from sticking to the pot.
  3. Turn off heat and stir in the pumpkin puree and any optional stir-ins. Cover and let sit for about 5 minutes.
  4. Serve topped with milk and any optional toppings.
  5. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-5 days and reheat as needed. Or turn into Overnight Oats.

Notes

  • Stir occasionally: Ensure the oats don’t stick to the bottom of the pot.
  • Aim for low simmer: Keep the heat at a low simmer with small bubbles.
  • Sweeten for toddlers: You can sweeten with applesauce or apple butter for younger toddlers and babies.
  • Dairy-free: Top with nondairy milk.
  • Gluten-free: Use gluten-free rolled oats.