How to Make Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

When autumn comes, it’s all about cozy sweaters, warm blankets and pumpkin spice lattes. Another fall favorite? None other than a classic pumpkin pie. If pumpkin pie is your favorite treat, this dessert-turned-breakfast is the perfect fit for you.

Overnight oats are simple to make, producing a hearty breakfast with little effort. This version harnesses all the delicious flavor of pumpkin pie with warm notes of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and ginger to produce a make-ahead breakfast that tastes just like taking a bite out of a slice of pie.

Key Ingredients in Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

• Rolled oats: Oats are the most important ingredient as the base of this recipe. For best liquid absorption and best results, use rolled oats or old-fashioned oats, rather than quick or instant oats.
• Canned pumpkin: Canned pumpkin—not pumpkin pie filling—is the best fit for this recipe. That way, you can easily control the level of sweetness in the mixture to your liking.
• Greek yogurt: Adding a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt transforms this recipe. Not only does it add great protein, but it also makes these overnight oats that much creamier.
• Brown sugar: Brown sugar adds just a touch of sweetness to these overnight oats. If preferred, it can be skipped altogether. You can also swap it out for other sweeteners such as maple syrup, honey or date syrup.
• Pumpkin pie spice: Pumpkin pie spice is a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, clove and ginger. This is what gives pumpkin pie its great flavor, and it plays an important role in this overnight oats recipe. You can choose to make your own pumpkin pie spice or use a store-bought option from the spice aisle.

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats Recipe

This recipe makes two servings.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 4 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 2/3 cup milk
• 5 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup pumpkin
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1: Whisk the dry ingredients

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In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice.

Step 2: Mix in the wet ingredients

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Mix in the milk, Greek yogurt, pumpkin and vanilla until well combined.

Step 3: Divide into containers and chill

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Use a measuring cup to divide and scoop the mixture into two jars. Seal the jars and place them in the fridge. Let the oats sit overnight or for at least four hours. Top with dried cranberries and walnuts or other toppings before serving, if desired.

How to Store Overnight Oats

It’s important to store overnight oats in airtight containers—such as small mason jars—in the fridge. With an airtight seal, overnight oats can last in the fridge for up to five days, making them ideal for meal prepping.

Tips for Making Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

Can you use pumpkin pie filling instead?

It’s best to use pure canned pumpkin rather than pumpkin pie filling for this recipe. Pumpkin pie filling is made with pumpkin, water, sugar, salt and spices. Using pumpkin pie filling will not result in the same texture and flavor as following this recipe with canned pumpkin would.

Are pumpkin pie overnight oats healthy?

Pumpkin pie overnight oats are a hearty breakfast or afternoon snack. They have great fiber thanks to the addition of oats and pumpkin, along with protein from the Greek yogurt.

What else can I add to my pumpkin pie overnight oats?

Looking for ways to make these overnight oats even better? This recipe is incredibly versatile, and you can incorporate a variety of mix-ins. Add in chia or flax seeds, flaked coconut or crushed pecans. Before eating, top the overnight oats with mini chocolate chips, maple syrup or even whipped cream.