Creamy pumpkin oatmeal is packed with protein and nutrients with just the right amount of pure maple syrup for sweetness.
Oh did you think I was kidding when I said how much I loved pumpkin? Obsessed might be a bit of an understatement. Pumpkin is a low calorie, flavor-packed ingredient that is not only affordable but extremely versatile. Recently I shared ways to use pumpkin in smoothies, mac and cheese, granola bars, and gluten-free pancakes and today I’m sharing another favorite: pumpkin oatmeal!
My love for pumpkin oatmeal is the result of having leftover pumpkin in my fridge. I don’t know about you but most pumpkin recipes only call for ½ – 1 cup of pumpkin. Inevitably, I always have a little leftover that I stash in the fridge for a later time. Adding pumpkin to oatmeal not only adds a beautiful color but it adds vitamins, nutrients and a thick and creamy texture that can’t be beat.
Of course, it doesn’t hurt that it also tastes like pumpkin pie.
Your spoon is waiting.
Maple Pumpkin Oatmeal with Chia
Ingredients
- 2 cups oats old fashioned or quick cooking
- 4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pure pumpkin
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
- Bring water and spices (cinnamon through salt) to a boil whisking occasionally.
- Stir in oats then return to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in pumpkin, syrup, walnuts and chia seeds. Cook additional 2-3 minutes or until pumpkin is warmed through.
- Serve in 4 bowls.
Anita Rainwater
My comment is coming from someone who eats oatmeal when I feel like it. There are many other things I like to eat using oatmeal, :0. While this recipe sounds delicious, it’s not what I would call delicious. Great for those who are “health nuts!” I think the Pumpkin in the oatmeal makes it taste bitter. Perhaps add apples, and raisins, instead ( if you like raisins) I would def. add brown sugar instead of the maple syrup. The amount of maple syrup in the recipe is not sweet enough. I also used half milk and half water, instead of only using water. If you only use water, your oatmeal taste nasty! The measurements say this recipe makes 4 bowls, which is A LOT of oatmeal per person, but, hey, if you love oatmeal, you might think it’s the perfect amount per serving!
Liz DellaCroce
Makes complete sense Anita! I don’t love sugary breakfasts but I love that you made it your own by adding in sweet ingredients like raisins and apples .GREAT idea!
Barb B.
This was really good. I used Pumpkin Pie Spice instead of individual spices and dumped everything in at once and cooked it until it was thick. Ive done that with other recipes that have Chia seeds and said to add them later, but it always turned out real good.
Liz DellaCroce
Oooo sound so good Barb!
Kori
I will be making this tomorrow with the exception of using milk instead of water, pb instead of walnuts, and will be adding chopped organic gala apple. :)
Liz DellaCroce
I want your version right now!!!
Megan
Do you think I could make them and reheat them, I would be the only one eating them.
Liz DellaCroce
Absolutely! They reheat very well! Enjoy!
Nutmeg Nanny
That pumpkin oatmeal looks insanely delicious!! I cannot wait to chow down on this
Liz DellaCroce
Yay I hope you like it!! It’s so so good!! It’s like guilt free pie. :)
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking
Lol, that e-card! Too true. This oatmeal looks so darn delicious, Liz! I’d definitely love to wake up to a big bowl for breakfast. Thanks for sharing!
Liz DellaCroce
haha…it really is true!! :) Thanks so much Georgia!!
Christy
OOOH! Thanks for the idea. This is what we’ll have for breakfast in the morning. I have some pumpkin in the fridge now. :)
Liz DellaCroce
Oh good I hope you like it Christy!!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
I love that you love da pumpkin!!! Bring it on sister. Oh, and anything with chia seeds rules!!
Liz DellaCroce
I just can’t quit pumpkin!!
Laurie {SimplyScratch}
What a great idea Liz! I just had oatmeal this morning and I wish I would’ve thought of this! Genius!
Liz DellaCroce
Let me know if you try it!! I think you’ll like it. :)
Alexis @ Hummusapien
Eeeeeek I have so much leftover pumpkin in the fridge! Lately I’ve been whisking a couple tablespoons into almond milk with some pumpkin pie spice and maple syrup combined with coffee for a quick little wannabe PSL. There’s seriously so many delish pumpkin recipes out there right now that I can’t decide what to use my precious pumpkin on! I looooove chia in oats–I add a tablespoon every time! Can’t wait to try.
Liz DellaCroce
Oh my gosh why haven’t I tried making a healthy pumpkin spice latte?!?! That’s brilliant!! I’m going to try that. :) xo
Alaina @ Fabtastic Eats
Making this for breakfast asap!! This looks so creamy and decadent! I love oatmeal and pumpkin soooo much! Fantastic breakfast!
Liz DellaCroce
Pumpkin makes it SO creamy!! Enjoy!
Christy @ My Invisible Crown
I’m always looking for new ways to use chia seeds so I love this recipe!!! :)
Liz DellaCroce
Me too!! I hope you like this Christy!
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent
What a great idea to add pumpkin to oatmeal! I totally need to try this :)
Liz DellaCroce
Once I started doing it I never looked back. So rich and creamy but healthy!!
Courtney @ Neighborfood
I seem to always have leftover pumpkin in the fridge too! Now it’s getting put to good use. I love how creamy this looks–oatmeal needs to be creamy!
Liz DellaCroce
hahah I do too!! That’s why I started doing this! Plus it adds so much nutrition. Enjoy!
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet
LOVE this! What a fabulous fall breakfast idea!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you Anna!! So simple but really delicious.
Sheila
I am so making this! I love all things pumpkin too. We be pumpkin sistahs ;)
Liz DellaCroce
I just can’t quit pumpkin – it’s so dang good!! I bet you make a good pumpkin pie. ;)
Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe
This oatmeal sounds so good and like the perfect way to start the day. I recently opened a humongous can of pumpkin and have slowly been working my way through it. I can’t wait to try this creamy and festive recipe!
Liz DellaCroce
Yes this is perfect for that!! Smoothies too. I always have some leftover in the fridge for just that. :)
Amy @ The Little Honey Bee
So yummy!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you Amy!! Enjoy!
steph@stephsbitebybite
Oh yeah!! Pumpkin oats are one of my favorites!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you so much Steph!! Me too. :)