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The Best Pumpkin Overnight Oats – Creamy, Cozy & Perfectly Spiced

These Pumpkin Overnight Oats are everything you want in a fall-inspired breakfast: creamy texture, warm spice, and just the right amount of sweetness. Made with real pumpkin purée and classic pumpkin spice, they taste like dessert but fuel your morning like a balanced meal. Ideal for meal prep, busy mornings, or whenever you’re craving pumpkin spice flavor without baking, this recipe delivers cozy comfort in a jar—easy, nourishing, and endlessly customizable.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
chill time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Overnight Oats Base
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup milk non-dairy or regular
  • ¼ cup yogurt non-dairy or regular
  • ½ tablespoon chia seeds
Pumpkin Flavor
  • ¼ cup pumpkin purée
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon pumpkin spice
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings (Optional)
  • Granola
  • Chopped pecans
  • Yogurt
  • Whipped cream optional garnish
  • These ingredients create ultra-creamy pumpkin overnight oats with balanced sweetness and warming spice.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Jar or airtight container with lid

Method
 

Step 1: Mix the Base
  1. In a mixing bowl or jar, combine rolled oats, milk, yogurt, and chia seeds.
  2. Stir until evenly combined.
Step 2: Add Pumpkin & Spice
  1. Add pumpkin purée, maple syrup, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, salt, and vanilla extract.
  2. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy with no pumpkin streaks.
Step 3: Chill
  1. Cover the container with a lid.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats to soften and thicken.
Step 4: Stir & Adjust
  1. In the morning, stir well.
  2. If too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your preferred consistency.
Step 5: Top & Serve
  1. Finish with granola, chopped pecans, extra yogurt, or a small swirl of whipped cream if desired.
  2. Enjoy chilled.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Best enjoyed cold.
If you prefer warm oats, gently warm before serving (optional).
🥄 Variations
Extra Protein: Add more yogurt or a spoon of nut butter.
Sweeter: Increase maple syrup slightly.
Spicier: Add a pinch of nutmeg or extra pumpkin spice.
Dairy-Free: Use plant-based milk and yogurt.
Crunchy Top: Add granola just before serving.
❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use quick oats?
Yes, but the texture will be softer.
Is pumpkin purée the same as pumpkin pie filling?
No—use plain pumpkin purée only.
Are these filling?
Yes, oats and chia seeds keep you satisfied.
Can I make multiple jars at once?
Absolutely—great for meal prep.
Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Yes, mild and naturally sweet.
Can I skip chia seeds?
Yes, but they help thicken the oats.
Can I eat them warm?
Yes, gently warm if preferred.
Are these gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free oats.
Will they thicken overnight?
Yes, they become creamy and spoonable.
What toppings work best?
Granola, nuts, yogurt, or fruit.
🏁 Conclusion
These Pumpkin Overnight Oats are creamy, cozy, and perfectly spiced—an easy, make-ahead breakfast that brings all the comfort of pumpkin season into your morning routine.