Warming Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

Pumpkin spice oatmeal for breakfast, anyone?

One of the biggest things I’ve learned from talking with patients about their food intake is that time and energy are two of the biggest barriers to eating in the morning. Sometimes, we are hungry and know that it would benefit us to fuel up before the start of our day.

BUT, we are so much less likely to actually be able to properly nourish ourselves if we don’t have the time or the energy. Luckily, with just a little bit of planning ahead, you can set yourself up with some easy breakfasts for your busy week.

One of the best things about this pumpkin spice oatmeal is that you can make it once and enjoy it for breakfast or snacks for days. Want to make 6 servings? Simply triple the recipe and store it in tupperware in the fridge for up to a week.

Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Ingredients:

• rolled oats – Oats are high in soluble fiber, which will not only keep you feeling full and satisfied but can also help manage cholesterol levels. Read more about the health benefits of oats in The Nutrition Source.
  
• pumpkin puree – Canned pumpkin puree is only available at some stores seasonally. In my house, we like to stock up! Make sure you’re grabbing 100% pure pumpkin rather than pumpkin pie filling.
  
• ground flaxseed – Flax seeds are a good source of fiber and omega-3 fats. You’ll want to get a bag of ground flaxseed because it will work better with the texture of the oatmeal and because ground flax is easier to digest.
  
• honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar – Does this need any explanation? Sweeten your oats with anything you like!
  
• butter – If you are avoiding animal products, this can easily be replaced with a vegan fat source like a coconut oil.
  
• vanilla extract – Vanilla extract is essential for creating that baked good flavor.
  
• cinnamon, nutmeg, and/or cloves – Use whatever combination of these spices you have on hand. Maybe you have a pumpkin pie spice mixture – that will work beautifully.
  
• salt – Salt will make your oatmeal taste sweeter! Trust.
  
• water or milk of choice – I will quite literally use whatever milk I have on hand and this recipe always turns out.

Make the flavors your own and get creative. Swirl in your favorite nut butter. Top it with a creamy yogurt. I hope you love this pumpkin spice oatmeal!

Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

Nina D.

This pumpkin spice oatmeal is a version of the same type of recipe that I will make for myself from September until it decides to warm up in Buffalo several months later. It's a simple, quick way to combat the cold with not only a hot bowl of oatmeal but also the warm spices that we associate with pumpkin pie. Get creative with your toppings and the spices that this recipes calls for. Some days, I'll choose to add ginger and omit the nutmeg and cloves. The great thing about this breakfast recipe is that it's extremely forgiving and versatile. Make this pumpkin spice oatmeal your own!

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Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Servings 2

Ingredients

  

• 1 3/4 cups water or milk of choice
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp sweetener of choice (honey, maple syrup, brown sugar)
• 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 dash nugmeg and cloves

Optional Toppings

• Greek yogurt
• nut butter
• sliced bananas or diced apples

Instructions

 

• Bring water or milk to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium and stir in oats. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
• Add salt, sweetener, pumpkin, flaxseed, and butter. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat and add vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
• Serve warm with Greek yogurt and a spoonful of nut butter, or simply enjoy by itself! Leftovers will keep in the fridge for 4-6 days.

Keyword autumn, cinnamon, cozy, fall, oatmeal, oats, pumpkin, pumpkin spice oatmeal

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