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.
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. :)