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Spiced Pumpkin Oatmeal

This oatmeal features a creamy, slightly chunky texture infused with warming spices and pureed pumpkin. It is cooked on the stovetop using oats and pumpkin puree, resulting in a comforting breakfast with a inviting aroma and autumnal flavor. The dish is garnished with a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg for added warmth.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats preferably old-fashioned
  • 2 cups water or milk for cooking the oats
  • 0.5 cup pumpkin puree unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg ground, optional
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional sweetener
  • pinch salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Pour the water or milk into a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add the rolled oats to the simmering liquid, stirring briefly to prevent clumping.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and cook the oats, stirring occasionally, until they become tender and start to absorb the liquid—about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, a pinch of salt, and your choice of sweetener if using. Mix until the spices are evenly distributed.
  5. Continue cooking the mixture for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the oatmeal to reach a creamy, slightly chunky consistency.
  6. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the oatmeal rest for a minute to settle and thicken slightly.
  7. Spoon the warm spiced pumpkin oatmeal into bowls, ready to serve with your favorite toppings if desired.

Notes

For an extra touch, top with chopped nuts, a drizzle of honey, or a few pumpkin seeds before serving.