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Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats

This recipe combines rolled oats with pumpkin purée, milk, and warm spices, layered in a jar for an easy, make-ahead breakfast. The oats soak overnight, creating a creamy, thick texture with a flavorful, spiced aroma evident upon serving. The final dish is a visually inviting jar with a smooth, pudding-like consistency and a hint of pumpkin and cinnamon on top.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats preferably old-fashioned
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin purée unsweetened
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup optional for sweetness

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • Glass jars or containers

Method
 

  1. Measure out the oats, pumpkin purée, milk, and spices into a mixing bowl. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and the oats are evenly coated with the pumpkin and spices.
  2. Add honey or maple syrup to the bowl if you prefer a touch of extra sweetness, and give everything one more gentle stir.
  3. Divide the mixture evenly between two glass jars or containers, spooning in the creamy, spiced oats. Secure the lids or cover with plastic wrap.
  4. Place the jars in the refrigerator and let them soak overnight or for at least 4 hours. During this time, the oats will absorb the liquid and become tender, resulting in a thick, pudding-like texture with vibrant pumpkin flavor.
  5. Remove the jars from the fridge. Give the oats a gentle stir if desired, then top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey for presentation.
  6. Enjoy your cozy pumpkin spice overnight oats straight from the jar with a spoon, savoring the creamy, fragrant blend of pumpkin and warm spices.

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings with nuts, berries, or a dollop of yogurt. Adjust sweetness to taste. Ideal for make-ahead, grab-and-go breakfasts.