Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 180 g (2 cups)rolled oats
• 10 ml (2 teaspoons)pumpkin spice
• 245 g (1 cup)pumpkin purée
• 300 ml (1¼ cups)milk of choice
• 2 largeeggs
• 80 ml (⅓ cup)maple syrup

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oven

   Preheat the oven to 190°C. Grease a 20 cm square baking dish.

2. 2

   Mix the dry ingredients

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, pumpkin spice, baking powder and salt.

3. 3

   Mix the wet ingredients

   In a separate bowl, stir the pumpkin purée, milk, eggs, vanilla extract and maple syrup until smooth.

4. 4

   Combine the mixtures

   Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until evenly combined.

5. 5

   Bake the oatmeal

   Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.

6. 6

   Cool and serve

   Leave to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

What is pumpkin baked oatmeal?

Baked oatmeal is an American-style breakfast in which oats are mixed with liquid and baked until set enough to cut into portions. This version pairs pumpkin purée with pumpkin spice for a warmly flavoured, autumn-inspired bake.

The oats give it structure while pumpkin adds moisture, making a dish that can be served in slices rather than spooned from a bowl.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 180 calories, 6g protein, 30g carbs, 5g fat.

The oats and maple syrup provide most of the carbohydrates, while the eggs and milk contribute protein and the eggs provide some fat. Serve a slice with yoghurt and fresh fruit for a more rounded breakfast.

The oats and spice

Rolled oats: these soften in the milk and hold the baked mixture together. Whisk them with the dry ingredients first so the spice is distributed throughout.

Pumpkin spice: it brings the characteristic warm, aromatic flavour. If your blend has been open for a long time, check that its aroma is still lively before using it.

The pumpkin mixture

Pumpkin purée: use plain purée rather than sweetened pumpkin pie filling, which already contains extra seasoning and sugar.

Wet ingredients: whisking the purée, milk, eggs and maple syrup until smooth helps them spread evenly through the oats. The method also mentions vanilla extract, though no quantity is provided in the ingredient list.

Getting the texture right

Even mixing: stir until the dry oats are coated and no pockets of wet mixture remain, without beating the mixture excessively.

Doneness: the top should look puffed and golden after 30–35 minutes. Let the bake rest for 5 minutes before cutting so the slices are easier to lift.

Timing and preparation

The recipe gives a total time of 45 minutes, including preparation and baking. Begin checking towards the lower end of the stated 30–35-minute bake, as ovens and dishes can vary.

You can prepare the mixture shortly before baking; for a make-ahead breakfast, bake it in advance and reheat individual portions when needed.

Serving ideas

Serve a warm slice on its own, or add yoghurt and a little maple syrup as suggested in the recipe description. Fresh fruit or a scattering of nuts also makes a good topping.

For a fuller breakfast, pair it with plain yoghurt or an unsweetened milk drink.

Recipe notes & tips

• Grease the baking dish well to make serving easier.
• Use plain pumpkin purée rather than spiced pie filling.
• Whisk the dry ingredients before adding the wet mixture to spread the spice evenly.
• Check the centre near the end of the stated baking time; it should look set and the top golden.
• Rest the bake for 5 minutes before slicing.
• Add toppings when serving so they stay fresh and crisp.

Variations

• Add pecans: scatter chopped pecans over the top before baking for a crunchy finish.
• Add chocolate: fold chocolate chips into the mixture for a sweeter breakfast.
• Use another milk: choose your preferred milk, as the ingredient list allows for milk of choice.
• Top with fruit: serve with sliced banana or berries for a fresh contrast.
• Make it gluten-free: use oats labelled gluten-free and check that the other ingredients meet your needs.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Using pie filling: it is already sweetened and seasoned; choose plain pumpkin purée instead.
• Skipping the dish preparation: an ungreased dish can make slices difficult to remove; grease it before filling.
• Uneven mixing: dry pockets can remain in the bake; stir until the wet mixture is distributed throughout.
• Overbaking: the oatmeal can become dry; check it after 30 minutes and bake only until puffed and golden.
• Cutting immediately: the slices may fall apart; allow the bake to rest for 5 minutes first.

How to store

Once cool, cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat a portion in the microwave or in a low oven until warmed through.

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