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Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

Indulge in the warmth and comfort of a delightful Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal, bursting with autumn flavors and perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 ¾ cups old fashioned rolled oats (certified gluten-free, if needed)
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Ensure it's unsweetened
  • 1 cup milk of choice For creamier texture, use whole milk or a dairy-free alternative like oat milk.
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup or honey Experiment with different sweeteners.
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Toppings
  • ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted Reserve some for garnish. Omit for nut-free.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375℉ (190℃). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or oil spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the oats, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and fine salt.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, maple syrup or honey, melted butter or coconut oil, and vanilla extract into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Pour the oatmeal batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the top with the toasted chopped pecans, reserving some for garnish if desired.
Baking
  1. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 30 to 34 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Allow the baked oatmeal to sit for about 5 minutes before cutting into squares.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, optionally topping with yogurt, whipped cream, an extra drizzle of maple syrup, or a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. For freezing, slice into squares and wrap tightly.