Pumpkin Pie Steel Cut Oatmeal

At this time of year, I can’t get enough Pumpkin in my diet! I am always on the lookout for creative ways to incorporate this nutritious and delicious fall staple.

After doing some research on the benefits of  pumpkin I was even more hooked than before! According to WebMD, eating pumpkin can slow digestion and help with weight loss, is rich in vision benefiting vitamin A, can help fight off colds and can boost immunity, and can contribute to younger looking skin when applied to your face… pumpkin face masks for the WIN!! Check out the article here! 

Today I am going to share my latest pumpkin recipe, Pumpkin Pie Steel Cut Oatmeal!  It will fill your home with amazing fall scents and is great for make-ahead breakfasts too! 

I also decided to try Trader Joe’s new “Non dairy Oat beverage” with this recipe but you can use almond milk or any milk you prefer. I found that I barely needed to add any sweetener after using the oat milk, so I do recommend trying it.   Be creative with your toppings, I was craving warmth on this cold day, so I went for a light drizzle of maple syrup, some freshly roasted pecans and some dried cherries! ENJOY!​ 

​Pumpkin Pie  Steel Cut Oatmeal (makes 4 servings)

4 cups of oat milk ( or almond milk ) 
1 cup of steel cut oats
3/4  cup of pumpkin puree
1.5 tsp of pumpkin spice
½ tsp of cinnamon 
1 tsp of vanilla 
1 TBSP maple syrup (or to taste)
Optional toppings - Roasted pecans, pepitas, dried cherries.

Directions 

1. Add the milk to a saucepan and bring to a boil
2. Add the pumpkin puree and lightly whisk to incorporate 
3. Add the steel cut oats, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, vanilla and maple syrup and whisk to incorporate all of the spices
4. Reduce to a simmer and set the timer for 25-30 minutes or until oats are tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.  Whisk every few minutes to avoid having the oats stick to the pan.  
5. Top with toasted pecans, a dash of cinnamon, a light drizzle of maple syrup and dried cherries! 

-To make ahead - 
Once oats have cooled, evenly divide them into individual glass containers.  Keep toppings in a separate container because you may have to add a splash of milk or water before re-heating in the microwave.  
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