Description
This Healthy Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that combines creamy pumpkin puree, warm spices, and gluten-free oats. Perfect for a cozy morning, this recipe is naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and can be easily customized with your favorite nuts or dried fruits. It’s wholesome, easy to prepare, and baked to perfection for a comforting and satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup non-dairy milk
- 1 15-ounce package pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
- 2 pastured eggs or 2 flax eggs
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats certified gluten-free for allergies
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Optional Toppings
- Chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
- Raisins
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9” baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, non-dairy milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the gluten-free rolled oats, pumpkin pie spice, and sea salt into the wet mixture until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Add Toppings (Optional): If desired, fold in chopped nuts or raisins for added texture and flavor.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the oatmeal mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the oatmeal has set and the edges are slightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for several minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with a splash of milk or a dollop of yogurt for extra creaminess.
Notes
- You can substitute flax eggs for a vegan-friendly option by mixing 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons water, letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Feel free to add your favorite dried fruits, seeds, or nuts to customize flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat before serving.
- This oatmeal can be portioned and frozen for meal prep convenience.
- Using gluten-free oats ensures that this recipe is safe for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/6th of the baked oatmeal)
- Calories: 172 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
