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A wooden bowl filled with creamy pumpkin spice oatmeal topped with chopped pecans, served on a rustic wooden table.

Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

This creamy pumpkin spice oatmeal is warm, cozy, and nourishing—perfect for a healthy fall-inspired breakfast.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 2 cups milk or unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • salt pinch
  • chopped nuts, raisins, chia seeds, or sliced banana optional toppings

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Combine the oats, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt in a saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until creamy.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices if needed.
  5. Remove from heat and let rest for 1–2 minutes to thicken slightly.
  6. Spoon into bowls, add desired toppings, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra protein, stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt or nut butter before serving.