Pumpkin Spice Baked Oats (Printable Version)

Delight in a warm mix of pumpkin, spices, and oats with a soft, cake-like texture for a satisfying start.

# Ingredient List:

→ Oats & Grains

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/8 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
05 - 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Spices

09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

→ Optional Add-ins & Toppings

13 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
14 - 2 tablespoons chocolate chips or raisins

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease two small ramekins or an 8x8-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves until evenly blended.
03 - Whisk together milk, pumpkin puree, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth and uniform.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined to avoid overmixing.
05 - Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips if desired, ensuring even distribution.
06 - Pour the batter into prepared ramekins or baking dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.
07 - Allow the baked oats to cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, top with a drizzle of maple syrup, a spoonful of yogurt, or additional nuts.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's basically cake for breakfast, but nobody needs to feel guilty about it.
  • One dish, minimal cleanup, and you can eat it straight from the ramekin if you're running late.
  • The spices do all the work—you'll taste them in every bite without any fuss.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cooling time—pull it out too soon and it'll be more soup than cake, but three minutes makes all the difference.
  • If your oats are old or low-quality, they'll absorb more liquid and the texture can get mushy; fresh oats from a container you turn over regularly are always better.
03 -
  • Mix your spices together in a small bowl before adding them to the oats—it ensures they're evenly distributed and tastes noticeably better than dumping them in separately.
  • If you only have access to instant oats, use a little less milk; instant oats absorb faster and the batter can get too wet.
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