Wake up to these scrumptious Pumpkin Overnight Oats! These yummy oats are super easy to make, and they have a wonderful pumpkin pie flavor you won't be able to resist. This is the best fall breakfast!
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Ginnie's Take
My sister introduced me to overnight oats quite a few years ago, and it quickly became one of my go-to breakfasts. Just do a little prep work at night, then wake up to an amazing morning meal. What could be better? You can prepare the basic recipe so many different ways, but these Pumpkin Overnight Oats are a fall favorite. This simple recipe pairs pumpkin flavored oats with warm, fragrant spices, creamy yogurt, and crunchy pecans. You won't be able to resist this morning treat!
Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Wonderful Fall Flavor - This recipe features that mouthwatering pumpkin spice flavor you already love! Plus they have an irresistible creamy texture, and the nuts add a great crunchy contrast. It makes the perfect autumn breakfast, but if you're a true pumpkin lover, you'll want to enjoy this recipe year round!
- Super Easy - You can make multiple servings of this oatmeal in minutes. Just add the ingredients to a jar, stir, and refrigerate. It's that easy.
- Ideal Make Ahead meal - Refrigerator oats are the best meal for busy mornings. Just do a little prep work before going to bed, then when you wake up, your oats are ready to eat. Simple, delicious, and great for meal prep!
- Nutritious - This tasty breakfast is loaded with good for you ingredients. Oats are a great source of soluble fiber and antioxidants, and they keep you feeling full longer. Pumpkin also contains beneficial fiber, vitamins, and minerals, it can boost your immune system, and more. Read more about the benefits of oats and pumpkin.
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Ingredients
This easy fall recipe uses basic ingredients! Here's what you'll need:
- Oats - You'll use old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe. Avoid instant oatmeal and steel cut oats. They will absorb the milk differently and won't work as well.
- Pumpkin - You'll also need pumpkin puree. Feel free to use store bought pumpkin (the plain, unsweetened kind), or follow my homemade pumpkin puree recipe to make your own (it's super easy).
- Spices - These tasty oats have a wonderful pumpkin spice flavor. You can either use a pumpkin pie spice blend, or you can create your own combination of warm spices using cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Milk - You'll combine the oats with milk, which makes them surprisingly creamy! Regular and plant based milks will both work. I typically use my fave unsweetened soy milk.
- Maple Syrup - A little maple syrup naturally sweetens the oats, and you can easily add more or less to taste. You could also substitute another sweetener, such as honey or brown sugar.
- Topping - These flavorful oats have an easy topping of creamy vanilla yogurt and crunchy chopped pecans.
These delicious Pumpkin Spice Oats are naturally vegetarian and gluten free (due to the risk of cross contamination, you should use specially marked GF oats if you have an allergy). You can easily make them vegan and dairy free simply by using plant based milk and yogurt.
You'll Also Need
You'll need small jars (or bowls with lids) to prep and store the oats. Mason jars work great: they have a reusable lid, and they are easy to transport. I used jam jars for these photos, and the ingredients just fit. A 12-ounce jar or a standard 16-ounce mason jar (pint jar) will give you more space. I also like using a canning funnel when prepping the recipe. It contains the mess and makes the process faster.
How to Make Pumpkin Overnight Oats
These Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats couldn't be easier to make! You'll find a detailed recipe card below, but here's a quick overview of the steps:
- Add ingredients to jar. Start by adding the oats, pumpkin, milk, maple syrup, pumpkin spice blend, and a pinch of salt to a jar (or bowl with a lid).
- Stir. Mix everything together until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Add toppings. Once mixed, top the oats with a layer of yogurt and chopped pecans. You could even add some Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, if you'd like!
- Refrigerate. Cover the jar and refrigerate the oats overnight (or for at least four hours).
All right, time to enjoy your Pumpkin Overnight Oats ... you won't believe how delicious they are!
Storage
This flavorful Pumpkin Oats recipe will last for up to four days in the refrigerator, so make a big batch to enjoy with your family all week long! And the jars make this breakfast perfect for eating on the go, too. Just grab a spoon and you're all set.
Tip: If you're preparing more than one jar, prepare this recipe assembly line style. Line up your jars, add each ingredient, then mix. Finish by adding the toppings before refrigerating.
Related Recipes
Looking for more pumpkin breakfast ideas? Make this cozy Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal or spread this homemade Pumpkin Cream Cheese on a bagel! Searching for more oat recipes? I've got you covered:
- Basic Recipes - My go-to Overnight Oats Recipe is the ultimate guide to this tasty breakfast, covering everything from the basic recipe to the best toppings! For an extra creamy twist, you'll love these Overnight Oats with Yogurt, too.
- Fall Fave - If it's autumn flavors you're craving, check out my Apple Overnight Oats recipe.
- Berry Delicious - Can't get enough berries? Then you need to try my popular Strawberry Overnight Oats, Raspberry Overnight Oats, Blueberry Overnight Oats, and Blackberry Overnight Oats.
- Tropical Twist - Looking for a taste of the tropics? You'll love these Mango Overnight Oats, Pineapple Overnight Oats, and Banana Overnight Oats recipes!
- Just Peachy - If you're a stone fruit lover, add these mouthwatering Peach Overnight Oats to your breakfast menu.
- Sweet Treat - Satisfy your sweet tooth with these Almond Joy Overnight Oats and these Peanut Butter Chocolate Overnight Oats!
- Festive - These Overnight Oats with Pomegranate and these Cranberry Orange Overnight Oats are perfect for busy weekdays, yet special enough for the holidas
P.S. You can find all my pumpkin recipes here!
Frequently Asked Questions
Overnight oats are a no cook method for making oatmeal. They're made with old-fashioned rolled oats that have been soaked in liquid (milk, yogurt, or water) overnight or until they've softened. Check out my guide How to Make Overnight Oats for an easy recipe, tips, variations, and topping ideas!
Overnight Oats will last for for three to four days once refrigerated. If you're using perishable toppings (like berries), add them just before serving for the freshest, most tasty results.
Overnight Oats can be eaten cold or hot, although they are typically eaten chilled straight from the refrigerator. To warm your oats, gently heat them in your microwave right before eating.
Yes, Overnight Oats need to be refrigerated once you've mixed all the ingredients together.
If your Overnight Oats didn't work, there may be a few issues. If they have a thick, gluey texture, you need to add more liquid. Try stirring in a little extra milk or water to thin them, then refrigerate the oats for a couple more hours. If your oats aren't tender, you need to refrigerate them longer (overnight is best). To add more flavor, make sure to add a pinch of salt, a dash of cinnamon (or other flavoring), and some maple syrup for sweetness.
Pumpkin Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
Equipment
Instructions
- Add oats, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, and a pinch of salt to a mason jar.
- Stir well, then top the oats with the yogurt and pecans.
- Cover oats and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours) before eating. Enjoy!
Notes
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
Nutrition
This looks absolutely delicious!! I can't wait to try it 😋. I'm having trouble figuring out how many calories will be consumed if I eat 4 servings of these oats though. Also is 4 servings how much 1 person should be eating? If so, how many calories would I consume based on 1 person eating 4 servings? Sorry if this is a dumb question lol just wanted to be more informed 🙂.
Hi, Natalie! I'm so happy you want to try this recipe, it's one of my favorites! The recipe makes four servings, which is enough for four separate meals or four people. Each one of those servings / meals will be about 304 calories (the exact calories will depend on the specific brands / ingredients you use). So if you eat all four servings, the calorie total will be about 1216 calories. I would recommend eating one serving per meal / person, and saving the remaining three servings for other breakfasts ... unless you're really hungry! 😉 I hope you enjoy… Read more »
I never want pumpkin pie season to end! Haha! I will have to give this a try.
I am the exact same way. 🙂 Enjoy!