Warm Spiced Pumpkin Oatmeal Recipe
A cozy, nourishing Warm Spiced Pumpkin Oatmeal recipe featuring old-fashioned rolled oats simmered in milk with warming autumn spices and creamy pumpkin purée. Sweetened with pure maple syrup and enhanced with vanilla, this quick stovetop oatmeal is perfect for a comforting fall breakfast that’s rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 12-15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (use certified gluten-free if necessary)
- 2 cups Milk of Choice (dairy, almond, oat, or soy milk)
- ½ cup Pure Pumpkin Purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
Spices & Flavorings
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Ginger
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon Ground Cloves
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Pinch of Salt
Sweetener
- 2–3 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup (or to taste)
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and pinch of salt. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Bring to a Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Heat the mixture, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until you see gentle bubbles form around the edges.
- Cook the Oats: Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently. The oats will soften and the mixture will thicken as the liquid is absorbed.
- Add the Stars: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the pumpkin purée, maple syrup, and vanilla extract vigorously for about 30 seconds to combine and maintain a creamy texture.
- Let It Rest: Cover the saucepan and allow the oatmeal to rest for 2-3 minutes. This lets the oats finish absorbing the liquid and the flavors to meld perfectly.
- Serve and Garnish: Stir the oatmeal once more, divide between two bowls, and serve immediately with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Toast oats for 2-3 minutes before cooking for a nuttier flavor.
- Adjust milk quantity to control oatmeal thickness.
- Make and store larger spice blends for convenience.
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture; quick oats may turn mushy.
- Use fresh spices for maximum aroma and flavor.
- Store leftovers in airtight container up to 4-5 days in refrigerator; reheat with added milk.
- Add protein powder mixed with milk after cooking to avoid clumps.
- Do not substitute pumpkin purée with pumpkin pie filling to avoid imbalance in sweetness and flavor.
- Microwave adaptation possible but stovetop yields best texture.
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