Description
This Warm Spiced Pumpkin Oatmeal is a cozy and nutritious breakfast option perfect for autumn mornings. Creamy oats cooked with almond milk and enriched with pumpkin puree and warm spices create a comforting and flavorful dish. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and customizable with your favorite toppings, this oatmeal is both wholesome and delicious.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Chopped nuts
- Dried cranberries
- Pumpkin seeds
- Dollop of yogurt
Instructions
- Combine oats and milk: In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rolled oats and almond milk. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add pumpkin and spices: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to combine all flavors.
- Cook to desired thickness: Continue cooking the oatmeal on low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your liking, about 5-7 minutes. This ensures the oats are tender and the pumpkin flavor is well infused.
- Adjust sweetness and spices: Taste the oatmeal and adjust the sweetness or spices if necessary by adding more maple syrup or cinnamon according to your preference.
- Let oatmeal rest: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the oatmeal sit for a minute or two to thicken further and develop a richer texture.
- Serve with toppings: Serve the warm oatmeal in bowls and add any desired toppings such as chopped nuts, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, or a dollop of yogurt for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice, including dairy or other plant-based options.
- Adjust the maple syrup amount to make the oatmeal more or less sweet based on your taste.
- The pumpkin pie spice can be replaced with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if desired.
- For a thicker consistency, cook the oatmeal a bit longer or reduce the liquid slightly.
- This oatmeal is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
