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This pumpkin baked oatmeal takes just 5 minutes to prep, everything gets mixed right in the baking dish, and then the oven does the rest. It’s soft, moist, packed with pumpkin and warm fall spices, and hearty enough to keep you full all morning. Bake it once and you’ll have a cozy breakfast ready to warm up and enjoy all week.
Recipe At a Glance
- One-bowl breakfast: Mix the wet and dry ingredients right in the baking dish for less cleanup.
- Made with simple ingredients: Rolled oats, pumpkin, eggs, Greek yogurt, and a handful of pantry staples are all you need.
- Family-friendly: Serve it as-is or add yogurt, nut or seed butter, or fruit depending on what everyone likes.
- Easy to prep ahead: Bake once and portion it out for breakfasts throughout the week.
- Easy to adapt: Use your favorite milk, swap the nuts, or adjust the toppings to suit your family.
Love pumpkin recipes? Try these next: Pumpkin Oatmeal Muffins, Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Pancakes, Pumpkin Banana Bread, and Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars.
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Table of Contents
Key Ingredients
I am highlighting just the ones that need further explanation. The complete list is in the recipe card below.
- Pumpkin puree – Canned pumpkin makes this recipe easy while adding moisture and plenty of pumpkin flavor. Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, since pie filling is pre-sweetened and spiced. Homemade puree works too.
- Old-fashioned rolled oats – Old-fashioned oats work best, giving the baked oatmeal its hearty texture and helping it hold together once baked. Quick oats go mushy, and steel-cut oats won’t soften in time.
- Greek yogurt – Helps make the oatmeal soft and moist while adding protein and a creamy texture.
- Pumpkin pie spice – A blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves that brings classic fall flavor in one shake.
- Chia seeds – Adds fiber and healthy fats while blending easily into the oatmeal. I love using this Brain Booster superseed blend for little ones.
Substitutions
- Greek yogurt – For the best texture, I recommend Greek yogurt as written. If you need to avoid dairy, use a thick dairy-free yogurt that you have tested in baked oatmeal.
- Maple syrup – For a less-sweet baked oatmeal, you can reduce the maple syrup. Keep in mind that maple syrup contributes both sweetness and moisture, so larger reductions may change the final texture.
How to Make Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
You’ll find the full recipe card with all the exact measurements at the bottom of this post.
Step 1: In the baking dish, whisk together the pumpkin, milk, Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup until well combined.
Step 2: Add the oats, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, chia seeds, baking powder, and salt. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
Step 3: Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans then spread the mixture into an even layer.
Step 4: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set. Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Expert Tips
- Use rolled oats for the best texture – Old-fashioned rolled oats bake into soft, sliceable pieces while still holding a hearty texture. Stick with them over steel-cut unless you’ve tested a different ratio.
- Don’t skip the cooling time – The oatmeal will look soft right out of the oven. Cooling for 10–15 minutes lets the oats absorb the remaining moisture and firms up the pieces.
- Check your pumpkin – Use plain canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which already contains sweeteners and spices that would change the flavor.
- Chop the nuts finely for younger eaters – For babies or young toddlers, skip larger pecan pieces. Finely chop or grind them, or use a smooth nut or seed butter instead.
- Let everyone choose their toppings – This baked oatmeal is lightly sweet on its own, so toppings are an easy way to customize it: Greek yogurt, nut or seed butter, fresh fruit, or a splash of milk.
Serving Suggestions
This pumpkin baked oatmeal is delicious warm with:
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Mascarpone
- Smooth nut or seed butter
- Soft banana or berries
- A splash of milk
- A small drizzle of maple syrup
For younger children, keep the toppings simple and choose textures that match their current eating and feeding skills.
Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal FAQs
Yes. Pumpkin baked oatmeal works well as a make-ahead breakfast. Bake it according to the recipe, allow it to cool, then portion it into individual servings for easy breakfasts throughout the week.
Once completely cooled, store the baked oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheat an individual serving in the microwave until warmed through. If it seems dry after refrigeration, add a splash of milk before or after reheating. You can also serve it with yogurt or fruit to add moisture.
Yes. Allow the baked oatmeal to cool completely, then portion it into individual servings and freeze in an airtight freezer-safe container. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
I recommend old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe because they provide the intended texture and structure. Quick oats absorb liquid differently and may produce a softer, less hearty baked oatmeal.
You can use your favorite dairy-free milk. Greek yogurt is also part of the recipe’s texture, so if you need the recipe to be completely dairy-free, use a thick dairy-free yogurt that you know works well in baked oatmeal.
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Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240g) canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup (130g) greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup milk of choice
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (200g) rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (I love this brain booster blend)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In the baking dish, whisk together the pumpkin, milk, Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup until well combined.
- Add the oats, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, chia seeds, baking powder, and salt. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, then spread the mixture into an even layer.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a spoonful of Greek yogurt, nut or seed butter, fresh fruit, or a splash of milk. For babies, you can skip the maple syrup and serve with plain yogurt or mascarpone and soft fruit.
Notes
- Don’t skip the cooling time – The oatmeal will look soft right out of the oven. Cooling for 10–15 minutes lets the oats absorb the remaining moisture and firms up the pieces.
- Once completely cooled, store the baked oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
