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Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal
A warm, nutritious breakfast combining pumpkin, oats, and spices for a cozy start to your day.
Ingredients
Dried ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almond milk (or any type of milk)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Toppings
- Almond butter
- Crushed pecans
- Pumpkin seeds
- Granola
Instructions
- Combine oats, milk, water, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, spices, and salt in a pot.
- Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until thick and creamy, about 8-10 minutes.
- Transfer to bowls and add toppings like almond butter, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and granola. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize toppings for added flavor and texture.