Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal topped with mini chocolate chips to answer all of your fall breakfast dreams!
This autumn-inspired baked oatmeal recipe is a healthy breakfast option packed with whole grains and fiber and is made with a hint of maple syrup.
Easy Baked Oatmeal
Baked oatmeal is such an easy breakfast to prepare during any time of year, but I especially love making it during the colder months. Warm oatmeal topped with nut butter is just the best.
Main Ingredients
Rolled Oats: rolled oats work best for baked oatmeal, but I’ve also made it with quick-cooking so feel free to swap it 1:1.
Pumpkin Puree: make sure to buy unsweetened pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling!
Eggs: this recipe calls for 2 large eggs. While we haven’t tested a vegan substitution, I recommend swapping the 2 eggs for 2 flax eggs.
Almond Milk: we love almond milk for baking, but any kind of cow’s or nondairy milk will work!
Homemade Pumpkin Spice
The last and final star ingredient of this baked oatmeal is pumpkin spice! You can buy storebought pumpkin pie spice, but making your own blend at home is super simple.
Ever wonder “what is pumpkin spice made of?” All you need are 4 ground spices and you’re on your way to pumpkin spire goodness.
- Cinnamon
- Ginger
- Nutmeg
- Cloves
No Oil Needed!
You’ll notice from the main ingredients above that oil is not one of them. Good news for you is that oil is not necessary because of the pumpkin puree!
Pureed pumpkin adds a lot of moisture to baked goods so no need for coconut oil or butter.
How long does baked oatmeal last?
Baked oatmeal lasts up to 5 days stored in the refrigerator.
Do you have to refrigerate baked oatmeal?
We recommend storing baked oatmeal in the refrigerator, but you can leave it out on the counter in an airtight container for up to 48 hours.
How do you eat baked oatmeal?
Most people prefer to eat baked oatmeal warm, but you can also eat it cold! We suggest topping it with your favorite nut butter and a little maple syrup.
More Baked Oatmeal Recipes
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal Cups
- Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal
- Baked Apple Oatmeal Cups
How to Make Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
Ingredients
Wet
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened, plain almond milk
Dry
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup white whole wheat flour OR all-purpose gluten free flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 350ºF and spray a 9-inch x 9-inch baking dish (we used a 7.5-inch x 11-inch, which has a similar surface area).
- Next, place dry ingredients into a large bowl and mix. Then, add wet ingredients and mix again.
- Transfer batter into baking dish and use a spatula to evenly spread it out.
- Sprinkle on more chocolate chips, if desired.
- Then, bake at 350ºF for around 25 minutes.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips & Notes
- Nutrition information does not include mini chocolate chips or toppings.
I subbed in eggnog for the almond milk and I have no regrets! I also sprinkled the top with a bit more cinnamon and sugar since I didn’t have the full amount of chocolate chips. Turned out so amazing.