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Easy Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Recipes

Easy Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Recipes

Cozy, creamy pumpkin spice oatmeal that comes together fast on the stovetop. Fall flavors, pantry staples, and plenty of topping ideas.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 cups milk any dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 3 tbsp packed brown sugar or to taste
  • 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter optional, for richness

Optional Toppings

  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup for serving
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt for dolloping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Whisk milk, water, pumpkin, brown sugar, spices, and salt in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  • Stir in oats and vanilla.
  • Cook, stirring often, until creamy, 7 to 9 minutes.
  • Lower heat if it bubbles too aggressively.
  • Stir in butter; taste and adjust sweetness or spice.
  • Let stand 2 minutes to thicken.
  • Spoon into bowls and finish with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Make it dairy-free with almond or oat milk and skip the butter. Swap brown sugar for maple syrup, or add a mashed banana for natural sweetness. Use steel-cut oats: 1 cup oats + 4 cups liquid; simmer 20–25 minutes. For extra protein, stir in 2 tbsp peanut butter or a scoop of vanilla protein at the end.