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Pumpkin Cinnamon Oatmeal

This pumpkin cinnamon oatmeal is a hearty breakfast dish made by simmering rolled oats with pumpkin puree, milk, and warm spices until thickened. The final result is a creamy, orange-hued porridge with a smooth texture and cozy aroma, topped with optional nuts or seeds for added crunch.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned
  • 2 cups milk dairy or plant-based
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup optional sweetener
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • optional toppings nuts, seeds, or extra cinnamon

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Pour the milk into a saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat, listening for a soft bubbling sound.
  2. Stir in the rolled oats, ensuring they are evenly coated by the milk, and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and maple syrup to the oats, stirring steadily to combine everything into a vibrant orange mixture.
  4. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the oats have absorbed most of the liquid and the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency, about 7-10 minutes.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat, and let the oatmeal sit for a minute or two to settle and become even creamier.
  6. Spoon the warm, pumpkin-spiced oatmeal into bowls, and sprinkle with your favorite toppings such as nuts or seeds, or an extra dash of cinnamon for presentation and texture.