Pumpkin Spice Baked Oats (Printable)

Cozy oats combined with pumpkin puree and warming spices for a sweet, comforting breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats & Grains

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/8 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
05 - 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Spices

09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

→ Optional Add-ins & Toppings

13 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
14 - 2 tablespoons chocolate chips or raisins

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease two small ramekins or an 8x8-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients; stir gently until just incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips if desired for added texture and flavor.
06 - Transfer batter to prepared ramekins or baking dish. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until set and lightly golden on top.
07 - Allow to cool briefly before serving. Optionally top with maple syrup, yogurt, or extra nuts as preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It bakes while you're getting ready, so breakfast is waiting when you are.
  • One bowl and one oven—minimal cleanup, maximum cozy vibes.
  • Feels like cake for breakfast without any guilt attached.
02 -
  • Don't overbake or you'll end up with dry oats instead of that tender, cake-like texture that makes this special.
  • The mixture will look loose before baking but firms up beautifully—trust it.
03 -
  • Use real pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which has added sugar and spices.
  • Don't skip whisking the wet ingredients smooth—lumpy pumpkin creates uneven texture in the final bake.
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