Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats

A Cozy Make-Ahead Breakfast for Fall Mornings

When the air turns crisp and pumpkin spice takes over everything from lattes to candles, you know fall has officially arrived. One of our favorite ways to bring that cozy flavor into breakfast is with Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats. It’s creamy, full of warm spices, and tastes a little like dessert, but it’s healthy, filling, and ready to grab when you’re running out the door.

Overnight oats are one of those kitchen hacks that make mornings easier. You mix everything up the night before, stash it in the fridge, and wake up to a perfectly chilled, creamy breakfast. The pumpkin adds natural sweetness and fiber, the oats keep you full, and the pumpkin spice mix ties it all together with that comforting autumn flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This recipe is all about balance – a little sweet, a little spice, and lots of comfort. It’s ideal for busy mornings, and it can easily be adjusted to fit your preferences.

• Quick and Easy: Just mix, chill, and enjoy.

• Nutritious: Full of fiber, protein, and healthy fats to start your day right.

• Customizable: Add toppings like nuts, granola, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

• Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a few jars at once and enjoy them all week.

Let’s Talk Ingredients

The magic of this recipe is how simple it is. You’ll use rolled oats, canned pumpkin purée, almond milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice. The oats soften overnight as they soak up all the flavors and create a texture that’s creamy and just thick enough to eat with a spoon.

Pumpkin purée gives the oats a rich, velvety texture, while maple syrup brings a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the spices. Chia seeds help thicken everything and add a dose of fiber and omega-3s. A sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg before serving makes it smell like fall in a jar.

Tips for Perfect Overnight Oats

To make your overnight oats look and taste their best, a few small details go a long way:

• Use old-fashioned rolled oats. Instant oats will get too mushy, and steel-cut oats won’t soften enough.

• Choose the right jar. I like using 16-ounce mason jars so there’s plenty of room for stirring and toppings.

• Sweeten to taste. Start with the amount of maple syrup in the recipe, then adjust when serving if needed.

• Add crunch. Top with chopped pecans, walnuts, or granola in the morning.

• Make it your own. Add a tablespoon of almond or peanut butter for extra protein and creaminess.

Storing and Serving

Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats will keep in the fridge for up to four days.  So, they’re perfect for meal prep. I like to make a few jars on Sunday night to have ready for the week ahead. If you prefer your oats warm, just heat them in the microwave for about 30 seconds and stir.

Equipment

• 16-ounce Mason jars – For mixing and storing the oats overnight

• Mixing bowl – To combine ingredients before portioning

Other Pumpkin Recipes to Try

If you can’t get enough pumpkin this time of year (and really, who can?), you’ll love these cozy favorites from our collection:

• Roast Pumpkin Seeds – Crunchy, salty, and the perfect fall snack.

• Healthy Pumpkin Brownies – Fudgy, rich, and full of pumpkin flavor.

• Pumpkin Whoopie Pie Recipe – A fun, festive dessert that’s always a crowd favorite.

Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats are proof that fall breakfasts can be both delicious and effortless. With just a few ingredients and a little prep the night before, you can wake up to something that feels special – even on a busy weekday. It’s cozy, creamy, and everything you want in a fall breakfast.

So grab your mason jars, mix up a batch tonight, and wake up to a pumpkin-spiced morning that starts your day off right.

Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats

Creamy pumpkin spice overnight oats made with rolled oats, pumpkin purée, and warm fall spices. A cozy, make-ahead breakfast that tastes like dessert but keeps you fueled all morning.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Resting Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 2 Servings

Equipment

• 16 ounce Mason jars For mixing and storing the oats overnight
• Mixing bowl To combine ingredients before portioning

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 90 g / about 1 cup
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 240 g / 1 cup
• ½ cup canned pumpkin purée 120 g / ½ cup
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup 40 g / 2 tbsp
• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt 30 g / 2 tbsp
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 2 g / 1 tsp
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon 1 g / ½ tsp
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 2.5 ml / ½ tsp
• Pinch of salt less than 1 g
• 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts 14 g / 2 tbsp – optional
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds 20 g / 2 tbsp – for thickness and fiber

Instructions

 

• In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
• Stir in oats and chia seeds until evenly combined.
• Divide mixture into mason jars or airtight containers.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
• In the morning, stir well and top with chopped pecans or walnuts before serving.

Notes

• Toppings: Try adding a dollop of Greek yogurt, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a sprinkle of granola before serving.
• Make Ahead: Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days, perfect for meal prep.
• Dairy-Free Option: Use a dairy-free yogurt or skip the yogurt and add an extra ¼ cup almond milk.
• Extra Creamy Tip: Add 1 tablespoon of nut butter (almond or peanut) before refrigerating.

Keyword oatmeal, pumpkin

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