3.94 69 Published Sep 09, 2021, Updated Oct 24, 2024 This particular overnight oats combo is one of my absolute favorites! I basically wait all year for it. Pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon give the oats the fall flavor I love and the almond milk makes them nice and creamy.
Pumpkin Overnight Oats Ingredients
old fashioned rolled oats – rolled oats are the best for overnight oats. Instant/quick oats and steel cut oats don’t work the same because they don’t absorb liquid the same way rolled oats do. If you’re looking to use steel cut oats, try this pumpkin pie oatmeal instead. almond milk – I like using unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but any type of milk will work. canned pumpkin – either canned pumpkin or homemade pumpkin puree works. If you’re using store-bought, make sure you pick up canned pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie mix has added sugar! pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon – these are a must for the pumpkin pie flavor! You can make your own pumpkin pie spice mixture or buy a pre-made blend at the grocery store. maple syrup – pure maple syrup is the perfect natural sweetener to use because it’s liquid so it blends in nicely with the oat mixture and I personally love the flavor. Honey or another natural liquid sweetener will work here. If you want to reduce the sugar in this recipe, feel free to use a sugar alternative like stevia or monk fruit. chia seeds – these little seeds add a bit of fiber, protein and omega-3 fatty acids and they help absorb some of the liquid which gives the oats a thicker consistency. sea salt – a pinch of sea salt is the perfect flavor enhancer and brings out the nutty flavor of the oats. toppings – feel free to use your favorite toppings here! Some ideas: pecans, hemp seeds, pepitas, nut butter, coconut whip cream, dried cranberries or granola. This pumpkin granola would be delicious as a topping.
How to Make Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
Step 3: The next morning (or when ready to eat), remove lid and give oats a big stir. If they seem too thick you can add a little more milk to loosen the mixture. Add any toppings you’d like and enjoy! I like adding pecans, coconut whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Storage Tips
When stored in an airtight container in the fridge, the overnight oats should last for up to 5 days. They will soften more the longer they sit so I find they’re best on days 1-3, but they’re still safe to eat on days 4 and 5. With this said, overnight oats are great for meal prep. Feel free to make a whole batch for the week on Sunday.
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