Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats (regular or gluten free)
- ½ cup milk of choice (regular or dairy free)
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée
Flavorings & Add-ins
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 2-3 teaspoons maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin spice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- dash of sea salt
Optional Garnish
- Chopped pecans
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients. In a bowl or a sealable jar, add the rolled oats, milk, pumpkin purée, chia seeds, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, vanilla extract, and a dash of sea salt.
- Mix Well. Stir all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined, ensuring the pumpkin and spices are evenly distributed throughout the oats.
- Refrigerate Overnight. Cover the bowl or seal the jar and refrigerate the mixture overnight, or for at least 4 hours, allowing the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and flavors.
- Serve. You can enjoy the oats cold straight from the fridge or warm them up briefly before eating. Garnish with chopped pecans if desired for added crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats if you require a gluten-free option.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey, agave, or other sweeteners based on preference.
- The recipe is easily adaptable to vegan diets by using plant-based milk.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Warming the oats gently in the microwave adds a comforting, cozy touch, especially in colder months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
