Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
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Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
Description
Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal blends oats, pumpkin, and pumpkin pie spice into a handheld dish baked until golden and firm. The combination of oats and dairy with eggs and butter creates a soft but structured texture that holds together when baked. Sweetened with both brown sugar and maple syrup, and accented by dried cranberries, it provides subtle sweetness and a slight chewiness.
The baking process allows the pumpkin flavor to meld into the oats, enriching the dish with autumnal warmth. After baking, letting it rest for a few minutes helps the oatmeal set further for easier serving. It is intended to be served warm for a hearty breakfast or snack.
This recipe is ideal for baking in an 8x8 pan, but can be doubled for larger portions in a 9x13 pan. It reheats well in the microwave, with an added splash of milk recommended to maintain moisture and freshness. Its balance of flavors and textures suits those who want a comforting baked grain dish that captures the feel of fall flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 1/2 cups milk of your choice
- 1/2 cup pumpkin not pumpkin pie filling, pure
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 egg large
- 3 tablespoons butter cooled to room temperature (or coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8x8 square baking dish and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In another medium bowl, whisk together the milk, pumpkin, maple syrup, egg, butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the milk mixture over the oats and stir until combined. Stir in the dried cranberries. Pour oat mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden and oatmeal is set. Let cool for 5 minutes. Spoon into bowls and serve warm.
Notes
- Reheat individual portions in the microwave and add a splash of milk to restore moisture and creaminess.
- This recipe can be doubled to fit a 9x13 baking pan for larger groups or meal prep.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 338mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 3393IU | 68% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 148mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.