Fall-Inspired Pumpkin Puree Oatmeal Recipe

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Cozy up with this creamy pumpkin puree oatmeal recipe! A warm, healthy fall breakfast made on the stovetop in minutes. Perfect for busy mornings when you want something nutritious and delicious.

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I hate waking up in the morning! It’s so annoying! I may seem pleasant but honestly when it’s time to get out of bed I’m just not going to be your best friend. Sorry! It really is hard for me to wake up. I don’t want to talk to anyone, I don’t want to know about anything, just gotta get up even though I’d much rather be in bed. It seems like no matter what I just can’t get out of bed!

But when I thought about having these pumpkin puree oats I didn’t mind waking up. Okay, that’s kind of a lie. I still wanted to stay in bed, but at least there was something yummy to look forward to. Yep, the key to my heart really is food.

On a brisk fall morning, everyone wants to feel cozy with the pumpkin theme. I’ll take pumpkin at any time of the year, but I feel these pumpkin puree oats will really serve you well when we’re going crazy over the pumpkin trend. Great for Halloween too!

To bring these oats up a notch, I topped them with some coconut flakes. From time to time, I like experimenting with coconut flakes in my cooking. They sure add some nice grit and they’re tasty! Something I really gotta incorporate more, but when I do use coconut flakes I’m never disappointed!

Ingredients for Pumpkin Puree Oatmeal

You won’t need many ingredients for this oatmeal, but this combination will give you that pumpkin feeling that’s perfect for fall time or any time!

Quick oats
Milk
Pumpkin puree: To speed things up, I’m using canned pumpkin puree, but for a true from-scratch bonus, you could use your own homemade pumpkin puree!
Vanilla extract
Honey
Chocolate chips
Coconut flakes

Ingredients for pumpkin oatmeal: milk carton, canned pumpkin, quick oats, chocolate chips, coconut flakes, vanilla, and honey.

How to Make Pumpkin Puree Stove-Top Oats

Add oats into a pot. Then, add your milk. I like to use dairy milk, 1% or 2%. I find that dairy milk makes oats creamier, but you can substitute with a non-dairy alternative if you’d like.

Milk and oats in a pot with pumpkin puree being stirred in with a spatula.

Then, add the pumpkin puree.

Pumpkin puree and oats added to milk in a pot before mixing together

Using a spatula, mix the pumpkin puree into the oatmeal.

Black spatula stirring pumpkin puree into oatmeal in an orange bowl on a stovetop.

Bring the oats to a simmer.

Pumpkin oatmeal simmering in a pot, showing a creamy orange mixture with a bubbly surface.

Now take your oats off the heat and add the vanilla extract.

Pumpkin oatmeal simmering in a pot with a smooth, creamy texture and golden-brown color.

Transfer to a serving bowl and add the chocolate chips and coconut flakes.

Pumpkin oatmeal in a glass bowl topped with shredded coconut and chocolate chips, on a granite countertop.

Finally, add a drizzle of honey. Serve hot and enjoy!

Wow, now that was easy! This took me about 5 minutes in the morning, and I loved that cozy feeling the oats brought! If you’re looking for a near effortless breakfast recipe, then these pumpkin puree stove-top oats are for you! Quick, filling, and tasty. What more could you ask for to start your morning, even if you don’t want to get out of bed?

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned pumpkin puree?▼

Yes — about ½ cup. Just make sure it's pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which is already sweetened and spiced.

What oats and how much milk?▼

Rolled oats, about ⅔ cup to 1⅓ cups of milk, cooked with the pumpkin until thick and creamy.

When do I add the pumpkin?▼

Right at the start — stir the pumpkin puree in with the oats and milk so it cooks into the porridge and the flavour runs all the way through, rather than just sitting on top.

What toppings go well on pumpkin oatmeal?▼

This version finishes with coconut flakes, chocolate chips and a drizzle of honey. A sprinkle of pumpkin spice or chopped nuts would be lovely too.

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Recipe by Anadi Misra

Fall-Inspired Pumpkin Puree Oatmeal Recipe

Cozy up with this creamy pumpkin puree oatmeal recipe! A warm, healthy fall breakfast made on the stovetop in minutes. Perfect for busy mornings when you want something nutritious and delicious.

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1 min

Prep

7 min

Cook

8 min

Total

bowls

easy

Level

Ingredients

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(60 g) oatsShop →
(320 ml) milkShop →
(65 g) pumpkin puree · make your ownShop →
(5 ml) vanilla extractShop →

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(20 g) coconut flakesShop →
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(30 ml) honeyShop →

Instructions

1
Place a sauce pan on medium heat and add the oats, milk and pumpkin puree and stir well to bring the mixture together.
Place a sauce pan on medium heat and add the oats, milk and pumpkin puree and stir well to bring the mixture together.
2
Continuously stir the mixture until the milk comes up to a simmer.
Continuously stir the mixture until the milk comes up to a simmer.
3
Add vanilla and mix well to combine. Once oatmeal has reached a thick, creamy consistency take oatmeal off the heat.
Add vanilla and mix well to combine. Once oatmeal has reached a thick, creamy consistency take oatmeal off the heat.
4
Serve oatmeal warm with coconut flakes and chocolate chips.
Serve oatmeal warm with coconut flakes and chocolate chips.

Nutrition per serving

479

Calories

13g

Protein

52g

Carbs

27g

Fat

Fiber

25g

Sugar

85mg

Sodium

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Tested & written in Anadi’s kitchen