Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Recipe
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Oatmeal for breakfast has quickly risen to one of the top things I like to eat in the morning. This version has been made to hit all the fall flavors... pumpkin spice! It has pumpkin puree, cinnamon and a little bit of honey for sweetness. It's the perfect way to start a crisp fall morning.
Ingredients for Pumpkin Spiced Oatmeal
Quick Rolled Oats: The difference between quick rolled oats and all the other oats that you might see at the grocery store is that they cook quicker! Yes, the other oat types will be more nutritious but I find I struggle eating breakfast because of how inconvenient it is to make in the morning... therefore I need something quick!
Milk: I use whole milk but there are all kinds of substitutions you can use here. I've tried this recipe with nondairy milks like nut mil I've tried this recipe with non dairy milks of all kinds, and even water when I'm running super low on ingredients! The important part is that there's some sort of liquid that can be absorbed into the quick rolled oats.
Pumpkin Puree: This is one of those recipes where I'm sure canned pumpkin pie mix would be fire but canned pumpkin pie mix comes with additional sweeteners that I try to limit first thing in the morning. Canned pumpkin puree allows you to get the nutritional benefits of pumpkin and then controlling how much sugar and dairy goes into the recipe.
Cinnamon: ah yes cinnamon my all time favorite spice. It's like a big warm hug on everything it goes on. A dash of nutmeg would be really great in this recipe too but I don't care for nutmeg so I usually leave it out.
Salt: a pinch of salt will go a long way in any recipe don't be fooled into thinking oatmeal doesn't need salt because it is on the sweeter side. salt balances out any meal with a touch of umami our tongues crave at every meal.
Honey: buy local honey! I cannot stress this enough! Your oatmeal might taste a little different than mine because we have different flowers growing in our areas that the bees make the honey from. It's so important that we support our local beekeepers... if honey isn't your thing, maple syrup works very nicely in this recipe.
Nutritional Benefits of Pumpkin
Pumpkin is loaded with nutrients and is a fantastic ingredient to kick start your day with! Let me break down the different vitamins and minerals
Vitamin A : Also known as Retinol, vitamin A plays an important role in fighting off infections. As the weather begins to get cooler and winter colds start coming about, stocking up our bodies in vitamin A will keep us feeling great all season long
Fiber: pumpkin is loaded with healthy fibers. Fiber helps us stay full by taking a long while to break down in the stomach. As a result, the stomach sends a signal to the brain that it is full. A diet high in fiber is important if your trying to shed a few pounds before holiday cookie season arrives!
Protein: pumpkin puree has about 2 grams of protein in the 3 tablespoons we put in this recipe. Protein first thing in the morning is helps keep the brain alert. It stabilizes blood sugar levels and also promotes the feeling of fulness. For these reasons, it is known to contribute to better focus and energy through out the day.
Iron: Reduce the feeling of coldness in the winter by increasing your iron intake in the fall. Iron is found in our blood levels and its primary role is to move oxygen in our blood through out our bodies. This in turn promotes blood circulation to all areas of our bodies that are normally susceptible to getting cold first (fingers and toes)
How Long Does Canned Pumpkin Puree Last in the Fridge?
This recipe only calls for a few spoonfuls of pumpkin puree. Keep the rest in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. You can also freeze any unused puree in a zip lock bag. This is helpful if you don't plan on having Pumpkin Spiced Oatmeal for breakfast every day this week!
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