Description
This Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal is a warm, comforting, and nutritious breakfast option packed with the rich flavors of pumpkin and warming spices. Perfect for fall mornings or any time you want a hearty, wholesome start to your day, this recipe combines oats, pumpkin, and a touch of sweetness, baked to perfection for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can pumpkin
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (regular, lite, or sugar free)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
Optional Toppings
- Additional maple syrup
- Chopped pecans
- Whipped cream or whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin, milk, brown sugar, maple syrup, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and baking soda until smooth and well combined.
- Add Oats: Stir in the old fashioned oats until the mixture is fully incorporated and uniform.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. The center may be a little jiggly but will firm up as it cools.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or cold, topped with additional maple syrup, chopped pecans, and/or whipped topping if desired.
Notes
- This baked oatmeal is a hearty and nutritious breakfast that will keep you full for hours.
- For added texture and flavor, top with chopped pecans and a drizzle of maple syrup.
- You can substitute almond milk or any other milk alternative if desired.
- If you prefer extra sweetness, increase maple syrup slightly or add a sprinkle of brown sugar on top before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 41 mg
