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Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
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Warm up your mornings with this easy Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal recipe—hearty old-fashioned oats combined with vibrant pumpkin puree, warming fall spices, and a touch of natural sweetness. Perfect for a cozy, nutritious breakfast that you can make ahead and customize with your favorite add-ins like nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips. This baked oatmeal is wholesome, filling, and ideal for busy mornings or family breakfasts.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 cups milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (e.g., pecans, walnuts)
  • 1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips or cocoa nibs
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin or sunflower seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the oats, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground ginger to form the flavorful dry base.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Blend and Add Optional Extras: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined. Fold in any optional add-ins like nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
  5. Bake Until Set: Transfer the batter to your prepared baking dish and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and the top is slightly golden. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned oats for the best chewy texture without becoming mushy.
  • Stir the batter just until combined to avoid dense oatmeal.
  • Check for doneness around 35 minutes as oven temperatures can vary.
  • Add a crunchy topping like chopped nuts or granola before baking for extra texture.
  • Taste the batter before baking and adjust sweetness with more syrup or honey if desired.

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