Description
Pumpkin Date Oats is a cozy, nutritious breakfast combining creamy old-fashioned oats with the natural sweetness of chopped dates, vibrant pumpkin puree, and warm autumn spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups milk or dairy-free alternative (such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup chopped dates
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients including oats, pumpkin puree, chopped dates, spices, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the oats and milk over medium heat. Stir frequently to avoid sticking. Cook until oats soften and start absorbing most of the liquid, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, chopped dates, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt. Continue cooking for another 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and flavors meld.
- Remove from heat and give the oats a final thorough stir to ensure a creamy, even consistency. Spoon into bowls and add desired toppings before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Date Oats