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Delicious Spiced Pumpkin Oats

Category: Morning Meals

This tasty bowl blends rolled oats cooked slowly in almond milk with pumpkin puree and comforting spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice. It’s gently stirred on low heat until creamy and thick. A splash of vanilla and a pinch of salt make the flavors pop. For a fun crunch, add nuts, dried cranberries, or pumpkin seeds on top. It’s a simple way to enjoy fall flavors in just a few minutes.

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Dana
Recipe Created By Dana
Last updated on Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:55:16 GMT
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A bowl of warm spiced pumpkin oatmeal. | chefsnaps.com

This cozy pumpkin oatmeal with spices brings fall right to your breakfast table. Smooth oats mix with pumpkin and aromatic spices for a warm and comforting morning treat.

I quickly made this my favorite for chilly autumn days. The scent filling the kitchen while it cooks feels like a cozy welcome every single time.

Needed Ingredients

  • Almond milk: creamy and dairy-free, choose unsweetened to keep it balanced
  • Ground cinnamon: fresh ground adds warmth and depth, try grinding cinnamon sticks yourself if you can
  • Maple syrup: pure grade A brings gentle, natural sweetness and rich flavor
  • Vanilla extract: adds a subtle sweet aroma that ties everything together
  • Pumpkin pie spice: a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves for that perfect fall touch, fresh ground is best
  • Rolled oats: for that creamy and thick texture, pick old-fashioned or whole oats
  • Canned pumpkin puree: bright orange and earthy, make sure it’s just pumpkin with no extras
  • A pinch of salt: to lift the flavors and balance sweetness
  • Optional toppings: like crunchy nuts, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, or smooth yogurt for texture and flavor boosts

Step-by-Step Cooking

Bowl filled with cozy spiced pumpkin oatmeal.
Bowl filled with cozy spiced pumpkin oatmeal. | chefsnaps.com

I love tossing on roasted pecans and drizzling extra maple syrup right before digging in. It reminds me of slow weekend mornings where I can enjoy every bite.

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Bowl of cozy spiced pumpkin oats.
Bowl of cozy spiced pumpkin oats. | chefsnaps.com

I hope these steps make your mornings feel as warm and welcoming as they do mine. The creamy pumpkin with warm spices really feels like a comfy hug in a bowl every time.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ Which oats are best for making this?

Rolled oats are perfect here since they cook evenly and turn nice and creamy with the spices.

→ Can I swap almond milk for something else?

Definitely, almond milk works great but you can use dairy or other plant milks to change how creamy or protein-rich it is.

→ How do I make it sweeter or less sweet?

Just start with a little maple syrup and add more little by little until it tastes right to you.

→ What toppings go well with this oats mix?

Try nuts, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, or even a spoonful of yogurt to bring some crunch and extra flavor.

→ Can I make this ahead and reheat it later?

Yes, you can prep it ahead and warm it back up, but add fresh toppings only before you eat it for best taste.

Spiced Pumpkin Oats

Warm oats with pumpkin and spices, gently sweetened and great with whatever toppings you like.

Preparation Duration
5 minutes
Time to Cook
10 minutes
Overall Time
15 minutes
Recipe Created By: Dana

Type of Recipe: Morning Meals

Cooking Skill Level: Simple for Beginners

Cuisine Style: American

Serving Amount: 2 Number of Servings (Two servings)

Dietary Options: Perfect for Vegans, Great for Vegetarians, No Dairy Included

Ingredients You'll Need

→ Main

01 480 ml almond milk
02 90 g rolled oats

→ Flavors

03 2 tbsp maple syrup
04 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 pinch of salt
06 120 g canned pumpkin puree
07 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
08 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

→ Toppings you might like

09 yogurt
10 dried cranberries
11 pumpkin seeds
12 chopped nuts

Detailed Preparation Steps

Step 01

Put the almond milk and oats into a mid-sized pot. Warm it up on medium heat, stirring now and then until it just starts to bubble.

Step 02

Turn heat down to low and add pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Mix it well.

Step 03

Keep it on low, stir pretty often, and cook until it’s as thick as you like. This should take about 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 04

Give it a quick taste and add more spice or sweetness if you want.

Step 05

Take the pot off the heat and leave it alone for a minute or two so it gets a bit thicker.

Step 06

Spoon the oats into bowls and sprinkle on some nuts, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, or a bit of yogurt if it sounds good to you.

Helpful Tips

  1. Feel free to change the maple syrup amount to suit your taste.
  2. You can swap almond milk with any milk you like. Dairy-free kinds can even boost your protein.
  3. Try different toppings to mix up the flavor and crunch.

Essential Kitchen Tools

  • Mid-size pot
  • Spoon for stirring

Allergy Information

Always check labels for allergens and reach out to a healthcare expert if unsure.
  • Almond milk is from tree nuts and nuts might be in the toppings.

Nutrition Information (Per Portion)

Nutrition facts are provided for reference and don’t replace professional medical advice.
  • Calories: 300
  • Fat Content: 7.5 grams
  • Carbohydrate Amount: 45 grams
  • Protein Content: 10 grams