Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal - easy and delicous fall breakfast recipe (2024)

Start your morning right with this warm and comforting Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal. This easy breakfast / brunch recipe is rich with pumpkin spice flavor. Quick to make, it’s an easy breakfast recipe for the fall season.

While the best part of waking up for many of us may be coffee, a wonderful and warm part of waking up (especially in the fall) is this Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal.

With the holiday season quickly approaching, I think it’s smart to have some breakfast ideas in your back pocket. When you are serving breakfast to a group (or just your own family), a few go-to recipes that are nutritious, delicious, and filling can pave the way to a fabulous day.

Oh, and if you love pumpkin recipes I have so many delicious for fall. Check out this collection of the best pumpkin recipes.

This recipe for Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal also has pumpkin and fall spices which make it even tastier to pumpkin spice and dairy lovers like me.

Another plus of this recipe is that it’s simple. If your mornings are super busy, just bake the whole thing the evening before and reheat it in the morning. It will be as yummy as ever. I know you’re going to love it!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• This Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal is the epitome of fall in a dish. It’s rich with pumpkin spice flavor, thanks to a blend of seasonal spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Each bite will remind you of crisp autumn mornings and leaves changing colors.
• We all have those busy mornings when we just don’t have the time to whip up an elaborate breakfast. This recipe is so quick to make! Just mix the ingredients, pour into a baking dish, and let your oven do the rest. Minimal effort for maximum flavor!
• This recipe is great for meal prep. Make a large batch on Sunday, and you have breakfast sorted for the week. Just reheat a portion in the microwave and add your toppings. Easy, quick, and stress-free mornings!
• While this dish is perfect on its own, it’s also incredibly versatile. We recommend topping with milk and maple syrup, but you can get creative with your favorite nuts, fruits, or a dollop of yogurt. Make it your own!

Ingredients

For this baked pumpkin oatmeal you’ll need a few basic ingredients and lots of autumnal spices. Let’s head to the kitchen and gather the ingredients.

• pumpkin puree
• old-fashioned oats
• brown sugar
• eggs
• cinnamon
• nutmeg
• cloves
• ginger
• salt
• baking powder
• vanilla extract
• milk
• maple syrup

How to Make Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal:

Ready to give this this delicious fall breakfast a try? I’ll walk you through the steps below. For your convenience,I’ve also provided a full ingredient list and detailed instructions in the printable recipe card below.

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 375 degrees F. Coat an 8×8 (or similar-sized) baking dish with baking spray. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, salt, baking powder, and vanilla. Then whisk in the milk.

3. Stir the oats into the pumpkin mixture; then pour it into the prepared pan. Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon. Bake for 45 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned.

4. Serve hot right out of the oven. If desired, top with milk and maple syrup. (The dish can also be refrigerated and reheated in the oven before serving.)

Fall breakfast perfection, my friends! Seems like we have a winner!

Also, feel free to get creative and make this recipe your own. Mix in raisins, diced apple, nuts, or whatever you like in your oatmeal. In addition, you could even turn this dish into a dessert by putting in white chocolate chips and topping it with whipped cream. However you serve it, I hope you love this recipe as much as I do.

How to Serve

Serving this Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal is as easy as it gets! Here’s how you can do it:

• Spoon It Out: Once the oatmeal is baked to perfection, let it cool for a few minutes. Then, use a large spoon to scoop out portions into serving bowls. The texture should be firm yet soft – just perfect for spooning out.
• Add Your Toppings: Drizzle with a little milk and a generous pour of maple syrup. This adds a touch of sweetness and a creamy texture that pairs beautifully with the warm spices of the oatmeal.
• Get Creative: Don’t stop at milk and maple syrup. You can also add a sprinkle of chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts work great), cinnamon nuts, a handful of fresh berries, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or even a sprinkle of extra cinnamon or pumpkin spice on top.
• Serve Warm: This oatmeal is best served warm. If you’ve prepared the oatmeal in advance and stored it in the refrigerator, simply reheat a portion in the microwave for about 1-2 minutes before adding your toppings.
• Make It A Meal: If you’re looking for a more substantial meal, serve this oatmeal with a side of scrambled eggs and a cup of hot coffee or tea. A perfect, balanced breakfast to start your day right!

No matter how you serve it, this baked pumpkin oatmeal will become a new fall breakfast favorite!

More Fall Breakfast Recipes You’ll Love

• Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
• Caramel Apple Muffins
• Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Swirl
• Double Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
• Salted Caramel Sticky Buns

No matter how you serve it, this Baked Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal is sure to become a go-to fall breakfast dish. I hope you’ll give it a try! If you do,please leave a comment and a 5-star rating below.

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