Description
This comforting Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal is a warm and creamy breakfast option perfect for autumn or any time you crave a cozy start. Made with rolled oats, pumpkin puree, naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup, and infused with aromatic pumpkin spice, this recipe delivers a flavorful and nutritious meal in just 20 minutes. Its smooth texture and subtle caramel notes make it a delicious and hearty way to enjoy seasonal flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 1 cup (230 g) house blend milk or any creamy milk
- 1/2 cup (55 g) rolled oats
- 2-3 dates (25-40 g), pitted and roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp (45 g) pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed
Topping
- Cold milk for topping
- Additional maple syrup (optional)
- Extra pumpkin spice (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a pot, add the almond milk, rolled oats, chopped dates, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, and kosher salt. This mixture forms the base of your pumpkin spice oatmeal.
- Cook the Oatmeal: Heat the pot over medium-high heat until the mixture starts to bubble. Then reduce the heat to low and cook gently until the oats soften but still retain some bite and the mixture thickens. Cooking dates into the oatmeal naturally sweetens and imparts a subtle caramel flavor.
- Let it Rest: Once the oatmeal is thickened, cover the pot with a lid and let it sit for 5-10 minutes off the heat. This resting time enhances creaminess and helps achieve the perfect texture.
- Serve: Transfer the oatmeal into a bowl, drizzle cold milk on top, add a splash more maple syrup if desired, and sprinkle with extra pumpkin spice to finish. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk such as almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Adjust the number of dates based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Roll oats can be swapped with steel-cut oats, but cooking time will increase.
- Letting the oatmeal rest covered after cooking enhances creaminess.
- Top with nuts or seeds for added texture and nutrition if desired.
