Pumpkin Overnight Oats Recipe
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Pumpkin Overnight Oats Recipe
Description
The Pumpkin Overnight Oats Recipe uses rolled oats soaked with pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, chia seeds, and plant-based milk to develop a creamy texture after refrigerating overnight. The natural sweetness is balanced by maple syrup or honey, creating warm autumnal flavors. The chia seeds add gentle thickness and nutrition, integrating with the oats to soften and absorb moisture fully.
The recipe requires minimal preparation the night before, making it handy for busy mornings. Serving the oats with toasted pecans provides a textural contrast and a nutty flavor complementing the spiced pumpkin mix. This no-cook technique relies on time in the refrigerator for the oats to soften evenly without additional heating.
While the oats keep for several days refrigerated, their texture changes to become softer and less distinct over time. For best texture, add the milk the night prior to eating. Freezing is discouraged due to watery texture changes upon thawing.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. pumpkin puree
- ¼ tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- ½ cup oats old-fashioned, rolled, gluten-free if needed
- 1 tsp. chia seeds
- ½ cup milk oat, soy, or nut-based milk
- 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup or honey
- pecans optional, roasted
Instructions
- Add the pumpkin puree to an 8-oz. glass Mason jar along with the pumpkin pie spice and 1 teaspoon of sweetener. Stir until everything is well mixed.
- Add the oats, chia seeds, milk, sweetener, and cinnamon to the jar. Stir the oats with the liquid until well combined.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
- Serve with toasted pecans and additional pumpkin pie spice.
Notes
- This recipe is best prepared the night before; it stores well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
- Texture softens over time, so consumption within 24 hours is recommended for best mouthfeel.
- To maintain a fresher texture each day, add the milk only the night before serving.
- Freezing the oats is not advised as it affects texture, resulting in excess wateriness upon thawing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 284 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 284kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 88mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 302mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 4606IU | 92% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.