Description
Cozy and hearty Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal that combines creamy oats, rich pumpkin puree, and warm autumn spices for a nourishing breakfast. Perfect for chilly mornings, this comforting bake offers a wholesome, easy-to-make meal that can be prepped ahead and customized to your liking.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare your baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy slicing once baked.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt evenly. This ensures the spices are well-distributed throughout the oatmeal.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Mix wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with dry ingredients and stir gently until fully combined. The mixture will be thick but evenly moistened.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. This helps it set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Use rolled oats for a chewier texture that holds up well during baking.
- Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dense bake; stir just until combined.
- Check baking time starting at 30 minutes since oven temperatures can vary.
- Allow it to rest after baking to improve slicing and texture.
- Add toppings like nuts or seeds halfway through baking for a crunchy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 to 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg