Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal with Pecans
In short: Creamy stovetop oatmeal with pumpkin purée, cinnamon, ginger and maple syrup, topped with toasted pecans. Ready in 15 minutes. It takes about 17 min in total and makes 2 servings.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 12 min
- Total
- 17 min
- Servings
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 400 kcal
Pumpkin pie flavor suits oatmeal better than you might expect. Pumpkin purée melts into the oats as they simmer, adding body, natural sweetness and a soft orange color, while cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg supply the pie spices. A spoonful of maple syrup and a handful of toasted pecans finish the bowl. Use canned purée or roast your own squash, and the whole pot is ready in about 15 minutes.
Instructions
- Bring the milk, water and salt to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the oats and lower the heat to medium-low.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the oats begin to thicken.
- Stir in the pumpkin purée, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes more, stirring, until thick, creamy and hot all the way through.
- Take the pan off the heat, stir in the vanilla and let the oatmeal stand for 2 minutes. Spoon into bowls and top with the pecans, a drizzle of maple syrup and a splash of cold milk.
Tips
- Check the can label. You want plain pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling, which is already sweetened and spiced.
- To use fresh squash, roast wedges until very tender, scoop out the flesh and blend until smooth. Leftover purée freezes well in 1/2-cup portions.
Questions and answers
Can I make pumpkin pie oatmeal ahead of time?
Yes. Cook a double batch, cool it and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat portions with a splash of milk, because the oatmeal thickens as it sits.
Can I use butternut squash instead of pumpkin?
Yes. Roast or steam it until soft, then mash or blend until smooth. Butternut is sweeter and less watery than many pumpkins, so you may need a little less maple syrup.
How do I make pumpkin oatmeal dairy-free?
Swap the milk for oat or almond milk. Oat milk gives the creamiest bowl. The rest of the recipe is already dairy-free.
How long does it take to make Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal with Pecans?
About 17 min in total: 5 min of preparation and 12 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal with Pecans?
About 400 kcal per serving, with 12 g of protein, 51 g of carbohydrates and 18 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 400 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbohydrates | 51 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 15 g |
| Sodium | 210 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
