Vegan Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal
A warm, spiced, creamy oatmeal packed with real pumpkin, fragrant spices, and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats hearty and filling
- 1 ¾ cups almond milk or any plant-based milk
- ½ cup pumpkin purée the real MVP
- 1 tbsp maple syrup natural sweetness
- ½ tsp pumpkin spice blend or cinnamon + nutmeg + ginger
- ½ tsp vanilla extract because everything tastes better with vanilla
- Pinch of salt to bring out flavors
- 1 tbsp chopped pecans optional, but recommended
Instructions
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add almond milk, oats, and pumpkin purée. Stir to combine.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats start to soften.
- Add maple syrup, pumpkin spice, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well.
- Let it cook for another 3–5 minutes until thick and creamy.
- Remove from heat and pour into bowls.
- Top with pecans, extra maple syrup, or sliced fruit.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving, 1 Bowl)
- Calories: ~250
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 90% DV
- Iron: 8% DV
- Magnesium: 10% DV
- Potassium: 10% DV
- Folate: 6% DV
Additional Notes & Tips
- Use steel-cut oats if you want a chewier texture (just increase cooking time).
- Swap maple syrup for mashed banana if you want natural sweetness.
- Add a spoonful of almond butter for extra creaminess.
- Make it ahead and reheat with a splash of milk.
- Double the recipe if you’re feeding more or just really hungry.