Pumpkin Overnight Oats are an easy make-ahead breakfast with warm pumpkin spice flavor and a thick, creamy texture. They're filling, lightly sweet, and perfect for busy mornings when you want something ready in the fridge.
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✅ Recipe Name: Pumpkin Overnight Oats
🕒 Ready In: ~10 minutes, plus chilling
👪 Serves: 4 servings
🍽 Calories: ~300 per serving estimated
🥣 Main Ingredients: Old fashioned oats, pumpkin puree, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free option; vegetarian
👌 Difficulty: Easy - mix, chill, serve
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The oats soften overnight while the chia seeds help thicken everything, giving you a spoonable breakfast that feels satisfying without much work. It has that pumpkin pie-inspired flavor, but still fits a simple everyday breakfast.
If you enjoy easy make-ahead breakfasts like this one, you may also like our Vanilla Almond Granola, Protein Chia Pudding, or Baked Banana Oatmeal for simple options to prep for the week.
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- Recipe Notes & Tips:
- How to Store:
- Pumpkin Overnight Oats FAQs:
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Why You'll Love Pumpkin Overnight Oats:
Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast: Mix everything together the night before and wake up to breakfast ready in the fridge.
Creamy and Filling: Greek yogurt, oats, and chia seeds give these overnight oats a thick texture that keeps you satisfied.
Pumpkin Spice Flavor: Pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice give it that fall flavor without making it overly sweet.
Great for Meal Prep: Make a batch once and portion it into jars for quick breakfasts during the week.
Key Ingredients:
- old fashioned oats. These soften overnight and create the base of the recipe. Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
- pumpkin puree. Adds pumpkin flavor and helps make the oats thick and creamy. Make sure to use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
- milk. Helps soften the oats and brings everything together. Use dairy milk or your favorite milk alternative.
- Greek yogurt. Adds creaminess and makes the oats more filling.
- chia seeds. Help thicken the oats as they chill and give the texture a little more body.
- maple syrup. Adds just enough sweetness and pairs well with the pumpkin spice flavor.
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Easy Substitutions & Variations:
- Make it gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats if you need this recipe to be fully gluten-free.
- Make it dairy-free: Use dairy-free milk and a dairy-free Greek-style yogurt.
- Add more protein: Stir in a scoop of vanilla protein powder, adding a splash more milk if the oats get too thick.
- Use a different sweetener: Honey can be used instead of maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
- Add toppings: Top with chopped pecans, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, mini chocolate chips, or an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice before serving.
How to Make Pumpkin Overnight Oats:
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in oats and chia seeds until evenly combined.
- Step 2: Divide the mixture evenly between 4 jars or airtight containers. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours. Stir before serving. Add a splash of milk if you'd like a thinner consistency.
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Recipe Notes & Tips:
- Use old fashioned oats: Old fashioned oats soften well overnight and give the best texture. Quick oats can get too soft, and steel cut oats will not soften the same way.
- Use pumpkin puree: Make sure you are using plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which already has added sugar and spices.
- Stir before serving: The oats will thicken as they chill, so give them a good stir before eating.
- Adjust the thickness: If the oats are too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk until they reach the texture you like.
- Add toppings right before serving: Nuts, seeds, chocolate chips, or extra cinnamon are best added at the end so they keep their texture.
How to Store:
Refrigerator: Store Pumpkin Overnight Oats in airtight jars or containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Stir Before Serving: The oats will thicken as they sit, so stir well before eating and add a splash of milk if needed.
Freezer: Freezing is not recommended because the oats and Greek yogurt can change texture after thawing.
Pumpkin Overnight Oats FAQs:
Yes, use your favorite dairy-free milk and a dairy-free Greek-style yogurt. The texture may vary depending on the yogurt, so add a little extra milk before serving if the oats get too thick.
They need at least 4 hours in the refrigerator, but overnight is best. This gives the oats and chia seeds enough time to soften and thicken.
No, pumpkin puree works best because it is plain pumpkin without added sugar or spices. Pumpkin pie filling is already sweetened and seasoned, which can make the oats too sweet.
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Pumpkin Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt.
- Stir in oats and chia seeds until evenly combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly between 4 jars or airtight containers.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- Stir before serving. Add a splash of milk if you'd like a thinner consistency.
- Top with chopped pecans, pumpkin seeds, or an extra sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.
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Notes
- Use old fashioned oats: Old fashioned oats soften well overnight and give the best texture. Quick oats can get too soft, and steel cut oats will not soften the same way.
- Use pumpkin puree: Make sure you are using plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which already has added sugar and spices.
- Stir before serving: The oats will thicken as they chill, so give them a good stir before eating.
- Adjust the thickness: If the oats are too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk until they reach the texture you like.
- Add toppings right before serving: Nuts, seeds, chocolate chips, or extra cinnamon are best added at the end so they keep their texture.
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