Description
Warm up your mornings with creamy Pumpkin Spiced Oatmeal made with cozy fall spices and plant-based milk for a delicious and nutritious breakfast. This comforting dish blends natural pumpkin sweetness with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for a flavorful start to your day. Ideal for anyone seeking a filling, plant-based option packed with fiber and vitamins, customizable to suit your taste and seasonal cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (natural)
- 2 cups plant-based milk (such as oat or almond milk)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Pinch of salt
Optional Variations & Toppings
- Chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
- Maple syrup (natural) instead of brown sugar
- Fresh or dried cranberries or apple slices
- Coconut cream to replace part of plant-based milk
- Plant-based protein powder
- Dash of ground cloves or allspice (natural)
Instructions
- Combine Your Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix rolled oats, pumpkin puree, plant-based milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, natural gelling agent, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine everything evenly.
- Cook on Medium Heat: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and ensure the oats absorb all the flavors, cooking for about 5 to 7 minutes until creamy and tender.
- Adjust Consistency: If the oatmeal is too thick, add a splash of plant-based milk to loosen it. Continue cooking for another minute or two until the desired creaminess is achieved.
- Serve Warm: Pour the Pumpkin Spiced Oatmeal into your favorite bowl and add your preferred toppings or enjoy it as is for a comforting start to your day.
Notes
- Use rolled oats for the best creamy texture.
- Freshly ground spices provide the most vibrant flavors.
- Stir often to prevent clumping or sticking.
- Adjust sweetness by starting with less brown sugar and adding more as desired.
- Add toppings while the oatmeal is warm to enhance flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pumpkin spiced oatmeal, fall breakfast, plant-based oatmeal, cozy breakfast, nutritious oatmeal, autumn flavors
