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5-Minute Pumpkin Oatmeal

Thick, warmly spiced pumpkin oatmeal made with real pumpkin puree, ready in 5 minutes. Vegan, gluten-free, and genuinely tastes like pumpkin pie.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup plant-based milk
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup plus more to taste
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Whisk oats, plant-based milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and salt together in a small saucepan before heating.
  2. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat slightly and cook 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick and creamy.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in maple syrup, adjusting sweetness to taste.
  5. Serve immediately, topped with banana, granola, nuts, or nut butter.

Notes

  • Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which is already sweetened and spiced.
  • The oatmeal continues to thicken after removing from heat, pull it slightly looser than your desired final texture.
  • Add extra plant-based milk gradually to loosen if it thickens too much.
  • Best served fresh, texture firms up considerably once refrigerated and reheated.