Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

Name: Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 485 min
Ingredients: ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats; ½ cup almond milk; ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; ¼ cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling); ½ Tablespoon chia seeds; 1 Tablespoon maple syrup; pinch of sea salt; optional: ½ scoop protein powder or ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt for added protein; toppings: pecans, hemp seeds, pepitas, nut butter, coconut whip cream, dried cranberries and granola

By Brittany Mullins

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Published Sep 09, 2021, Updated Oct 24, 2024

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These pumpkin pie overnight oats take only 5 minutes to prep and they taste like pumpkin pie!

Jar of pumpkin pie overnight oats topped with pecans, whipped cream and cinnamon.

I know most people enjoy overnight oats during the summer months and start back on warm oats in the fall, but I simply had to make a pumpkin overnight oats recipe. And you know what, it’s actually perfect for those early fall days when it’s still pretty hot outside, but you’re already starting to crave all things pumpkin.

This particular overnight oats combo is one of my absolute favorites! I basically wait all year for it. Pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon give the oats the fall flavor I love and the almond milk makes them nice and creamy.

Pumpkin Overnight Oats Ingredients
How to Make Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
Frequently Asked Questions
Storage Tips
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Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats Recipe

Pumpkin Overnight Oats Ingredients

Ingredients measured out to make pumpkin pie overnight oats: maple syrup, almond milk, oats, pumpkin, chia seeds, cinnamon and salt.

old fashioned rolled oats – rolled oats are the best for overnight oats. Instant/quick oats and steel cut oats don’t work the same because they don’t absorb liquid the same way rolled oats do. If you’re looking to use steel cut oats, try this pumpkin pie oatmeal instead.
almond milk – I like using unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but any type of milk will work.
canned pumpkin – either canned pumpkin or homemade pumpkin puree works. If you’re using store-bought, make sure you pick up canned pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie mix has added sugar!
pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon – these are a must for the pumpkin pie flavor! You can make your own pumpkin pie spice mixture or buy a pre-made blend at the grocery store.
maple syrup – pure maple syrup is the perfect natural sweetener to use because it’s liquid so it blends in nicely with the oat mixture and I personally love the flavor. Honey or another natural liquid sweetener will work here. If you want to reduce the sugar in this recipe, feel free to use a sugar alternative like stevia or monk fruit.
chia seeds – these little seeds add a bit of fiber, protein and omega-3 fatty acids and they help absorb some of the liquid which gives the oats a thicker consistency.
sea salt – a pinch of sea salt is the perfect flavor enhancer and brings out the nutty flavor of the oats.
toppings – feel free to use your favorite toppings here! Some ideas: pecans, hemp seeds, pepitas, nut butter, coconut whip cream, dried cranberries or granola. This pumpkin granola would be delicious as a topping.

How to Make Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

Cinnamon, pumpkin, almond milk and chia seeds in a glass measuring cup.

Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a bowl except toppings and stir together.

Glass measuring cup with a spoon mixing the pumpkin overnight oats mixture.

Step 2: Cover and place in the fridge overnight. If you’re in a rush you can shorten the soak time to 2-4 hours.

Jar of pumpkin pie overnight oats topped with pecans. Spoon is taking a bite of the oats.

Step 3: The next morning (or when ready to eat), remove lid and give oats a big stir. If they seem too thick you can add a little more milk to loosen the mixture. Add any toppings you’d like and enjoy! I like adding pecans, coconut whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can You Warm Up Pumpkin Overnight Oats?

Short answer, yes! You can definitely warm up overnight oats, but the whole point of overnight oats is to eat them cold like muesli. If you’re looking for warm pumpkin flavored oatmeal recipes, I recommend my pumpkin oatmeal, pumpkin baked oatmeal or protein pumpkin oatmeal instead.

How Do You Make The Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Overnight Oats?

Great question! The Trader Joe’s pumpkin overnight oats are sweetened with date paste similar to my Mush overnight oats copycat recipe. I am working on a pumpkin version now but basically you just follow my copycat recipe, add pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice.

Can I Add Protein Powder?

Yes, my secret to overnight oats more filling is to add protein! If you feel like you’re hungry shortly after having oatmeal, try adding protein. I like adding in a little protein powder or Greek yogurt to these pumpkin overnight oats as you’ll see in the recipe card.

Storage Tips

When stored in an airtight container in the fridge, the overnight oats should last for up to 5 days. They will soften more the longer they sit so I find they’re best on days 1-3, but they’re still safe to eat on days 4 and 5. With this said, overnight oats are great for meal prep. Feel free to make a whole batch for the week on Sunday.

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