It's pumpkin season, and these scrumptious Pumpkin Overnight Oats make the best fall breakfast! These yummy oats are easy to make and have a wonderful pumpkin pie flavor you won't be able to resist ... they're the perfect autumn treat!
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My sister introduced me to overnight oats quite a few years ago, and I fell in love after one bite. Since then, they've become one of my favorite breakfasts!
Refrigerator oatmeal is the perfect meal for busy mornings, because you do all the prep work before going to bed at night. When you wake up, your oats are ready to eat ... so simple and so delicious!
The best part? You can flavor them so many different ways, and these Pumpkin Overnight Oats are a fall favorite! You are going to love this tasty breakfast. The recipe pairs pumpkin flavored oats with fragrant warm spices, creamy yogurt, and crunchy pecans.
This recipe is bursting with warm, seasonal flavors that you won't be able to resist. And it's so quick and simple to make.
Ready to get started? Keep scrolling for the easy recipe, plus lots of helpful tips!
Ingredients
This easy recipe uses basic ingredients! Here's what you'll need:
- Oats - You need old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe. Avoid using instant oatmeal and steel cut oats, because they will absorb milk differently and won't work as well.
- Pumpkin - You'll also need some pumpkin. Feel free to use store bought pumpkin puree, but the recipe works great with homemade pureed pumpkin, too.
- 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 - Combining the oats with milk 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 vanilla yogurt and chopped pecans.
These delicious Pumpkin Spice Oats are naturally vegetarian and gluten free. You can easily make them vegan and gluten free 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) would also work well, and you'll have more space. I also like using a canning funnel, which keeps the mess to a minimum.
How to Make Pumpkin Overnight Oats
These Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats couldn't be easier to make, so let's get started!
- 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. After you've mixed everything together, 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!
Tip: Overnight Oatmeal is usually eaten cold, but if you're craving a warm breakfast, you can heat the oats in your microwave before serving.
Storage
This flavorful Pumpkin Oats 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.
Related Recipes
Looking for more pumpkin breakfast ideas? Make this Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal or spread this homemade Pumpkin Cream Cheese next! If you enjoyed this easy breakfast recipe, make sure to check out my other oats recipes, too:
- Basic Overnight Oats Recipe ... this is your ultimate guide to everything you need to know about overnight oatmeal, from the basic recipe to the best toppings!
- Strawberry Overnight Oats
- Cranberry Orange Overnight Oats
- Banana Overnight Oats
- Apple Overnight Oats
- Peach Overnight Oats
- Raspberry Overnight Oats
- Almond Joy Overnight Oats
- Mango Overnight Oats
- Blueberry Overnight Oats
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Overnight Oats
Craving more seasonal recipes? 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
- â…› 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!