Description
Warm pumpkin baked oatmeal blends autumn spices with creamy texture for a comforting breakfast classic. Simple ingredients create a nourishing morning meal you’ll savor with each delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or non-dairy alternative
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings:
- Nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips (to taste)
Instructions
- Thoroughly mix rolled oats, leavening agent, warming spices, and salt in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Whisk together pumpkin puree, protein-rich eggs, dairy liquid, natural sweetener, and aromatic extract in a separate container.
- Gently fold liquid mixture into dry ingredients, ensuring complete and even incorporation without overmixing.
- Generously coat a rectangular baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Smoothly spread the blended oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking vessel, creating an even surface.
- Slide the dish into a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C), allowing the oatmeal to transform for 30-35 minutes.
- Verify doneness by observing a golden-kissed surface and a firm, set texture throughout the dish.
- Remove from oven and allow the baked oatmeal to rest and slightly cool for optimal serving consistency.
- Slice into generous portions and serve warm, optionally garnishing with additional maple syrup, chopped nuts, or a dollop of yogurt.
Notes
- Customize spices by adjusting the cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to match your taste preferences, creating a personalized warming flavor profile.
- Make this recipe gluten-free by using certified gluten-free rolled oats, perfect for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Boost protein content by adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts, which provide extra crunch and nutritional value to the baked oatmeal.
- Prepare the dish ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating overnight, then baking fresh in the morning for a quick and delicious breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg