There’s something about fall that makes me want to trade my morning coffee-and-go routine for something cozy and seasonal. Normally, when pumpkin spice season hits, my brain goes straight to gooey cinnamon rolls, frosted pumpkin bars, pumpkin spice lattes (of course) or that pumpkin bread I swear I’ll only eat one slice of (famous last words).
But this year, I needed something quicker, lighter and (hopefully) healthier to get me started on crisp autumn mornings.
As I was scanning social media, I ran across content creator Steph Gigliotti's recipe for pumpkin overnight oats. When I first saw it, I wasn't 100% convinced, but I was intrigued enough to save the recipe so I could give it a try. Here's how it went when I made the super-easy breakfast in my kitchen.
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@stephgigliotti28Ingredients: ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats ½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy) ¼ cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling) 2–3 tsp maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste) ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice Pinch of salt Optional toppings: chopped pecans or walnuts, extra cinnamon, pumpkin seeds, or a dollop of Greek yogurt Instructions: In a jar or airtight container, stir together oats, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt, until well combined. After that, cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours). In the morning, give it a good stir, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy cold—or warm it in the microwave for a cozy version. These will stay fresh in the fridge for 3 days. www.stephreallife.com/10-make-ahead-breakfast-ideas-for-busy-mornings/ #pumpkinspiceoats #overnightoats
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This recipe is ridiculously simple. You can find the full, detailed recipe in the caption of Gigliotti's post. Start with oats, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup and milk (I used whole, but almond or oat milk works, too). Toss it all into a jar (I used an old jam jar and it worked perfectly), add a pinch of salt and give it a good stir. Put the lid on and let it sit overnight in the fridge. By morning, you’ll have a creamy, spiced pumpkin pie-inspired treat waiting for you.
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My Honest Thoughts About Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats
The flavor is shockingly indulgent for how little effort it requires. The pumpkin and the spice give the dish some richness, the oats soak up the sweetness and the maple syrup adds that caramelized fall flavor without being overpowering.
I actually cut the maple syrup in half from what Steph suggested, and it was still delicious. My mother-in-law loved it and likened it to her homemade pumpkin pie, and even my husband, who normally treats breakfast like it’s an optional suggestion, said he’d eat this regularly, especially with a scoop of vanilla protein powder mixed in.
Honestly, the first spoonful made me laugh because I couldn’t believe something this easy could taste so much like pumpkin pie. It’s basically dessert disguised as breakfast, and we're a household that eats pie for breakfast regularly. In this form, it's an indulgence we can feel good about!
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Variations Worth Trying
The best part of overnight oats is how customizable they are. Don’t like maple syrup? Swap it for honey. Toss in some pecans, pepitas (aka pumpkin seeds) or granola on top right before eating for some crunch—or add a dash of cinnamon to really drive home that autumn flavor.
For those who like to keep things on the healthier side, you can use Greek yogurt to make it creamier and pack in some protein. Or, if you’re like my husband and view all food through the lens of “but does it gain me muscle?”, add in that protein powder and watch it become a legit power breakfast.
Once you get the hang of overnight oats (they're seriously so easy), the possibilities are endless! Try some apple cinnamon oats, chocolate banana oats or even peanut butter oats for those mornings you want comfort food without turning on the stove.
These pumpkin overnight oats, with their pie-like magic, have me hooked and now I'm more ready for fall than ever!
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