Pumpkin pie for breakfast? We’re in. This Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal brings warm fall flavor to a simple bowl of oats with pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. It’s creamy, cozy, and comes together on the stovetop in just a few minutes, making it an easy option for busy fall mornings.
If you’re looking for breakfast ideas with pumpkin beyond the usual baked goods, this recipe is a great place to start. Pumpkin puree blends right into the oatmeal, while brown sugar adds sweetness and pumpkin pie spice gives every spoonful those familiar cinnamon-forward flavors of fall. Top your bowl with a little whipped cream or a drizzle of heavy cream and you’ve got pumpkin pie for breakfast, oatmeal-style.
Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
Ingredients
- Rolled oats
- Water
- Milk
- Pumpkin puree
- Brown sugar
- Pumpkin pie spice mix
- Kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, water, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and kosher salt in a large saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook over medium-low heat for 5–8 minutes, stirring constantly, until the oatmeal has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Remove from the heat and portion into serving bowls. Top with whipped cream or a drizzle of heavy cream and serve warm.
What to Add to Pumpkin Oatmeal
Want to dress up your bowl? Pumpkin oatmeal pairs well with plenty of classic fall toppings. Try adding chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch, a sprinkle of cinnamon or extra pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup for additional sweetness, or a spoonful of nut butter.
For the full pumpkin pie experience, finish it with a dollop of whipped cream.
An Easy Pumpkin Breakfast for Fall
Pumpkin doesn’t have to be reserved for pie. Adding pumpkin puree to oatmeal is an easy way to bring seasonal flavor to an everyday breakfast without adding much extra prep time.
This spiced oatmeal is also easy to customize. Adjust the brown sugar to your preferred sweetness, add more pumpkin pie spice for a stronger flavor, or experiment with your favorite oatmeal toppings. Once the weather starts cooling down, it’s the kind of simple pumpkin breakfast you can return to all season long.
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Recipe adapted from Barefeet in the Kitchen.
