Healthy Pumpkin Spiced Recipe For Overnight Oats (Easy & No-Bake)

This easy delicious pumpkin spiced recipe for overnight oats is so delicious you may find yourself thinking, “I can’t believe this is healthy.” 

It tastes similar to pumpkin pie only with a much healthier twist. Plus, it’s sure to leave you satiated and satisfied.

Easy, No Bake Overnight Oats⎯ Perfect For Meal Planning

Consider it as diverse as pumpkins in a pumpkin patch. 

You can eat overnight oats for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack. Plus, they can be enjoyed hot or cold.

Oh and did I mention, you don’t even have to make them overnight. I’ll get to that one later.  

If you find yourself in the camp of “not a fan of oatmeal”, I encourage you to at least try this out.

I’ve known of others who’ve been pleasantly surprised once they’ve given overnight oats a whirl⎯ and wondered how they missed this incredible treat. 

Main Ingredients For The Best Pumpkin Spiced Recipe For Overnight Oats:

You’ll be pleasantly surprised how easy this recipe is to throw together. Plus it’s packed with healthy nutrition. 

Here is a run-down of what goes into these overnight oats:

• 1 cup whole rolled oats (not instant)
• 1 cup unsweetened almond, coconut, oat, or cashew milk
• ½ cup pumpkin puree
• 2 tablespoons almond or peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons of maple syrup (or honey)
• 2 teaspoons chia seeds or flax meal
• ½ teaspoon high-quality real vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon cloves
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Optional toppings to consider are nuts like pecans and walnuts. Or add fruit like raisins or apples (I prefer Gala). You can also add a dollop or two of Greek yogurt.  

How To Make Overnight Oats

STEP 1: CHOOSE YOUR CONTAINER

Grab a couple of pint-sized jars or bowls with tight-fitting lids. This recipe yields two servings but can also be combined into one large jar or glass container. Mason jars work great.

STEP 2: MEASURE AND MIX

You’ll simply use a medium-sized bowl to add and mix all the ingredients. Then either divide the overnight oats into two small glass containers or use one big one. I usually use two pint-sized mason jars. Keep in mind your oats will expand a bit once they soak up the liquid so always leave some room at the top.

STEP 3: STORE IN FRIDGE

Once you’ve mixed the ingredients and either divided them into two containers or placed them in a single one, simply store the overnight oats in the fridge.

Store them for at least 4 hours or overnight. 

Overnight oats will last up to 5 days so you can have the second serving the following day or a couple of days later.

STEP 4: SERVE WARM OR COLD

You can eat overnight oats warm or cold. That’s why they make for easy meal prep.

Simply grab your container and go. Or warm the overnight oats in the microwave for a minute or two or in a saucepan on the stove. Warm to your liking. 

ADDITIONAL OPTION (NO-OVERNIGHT NEEDED)

Do you like your oatmeal warm? You can make this recipe in the morning. No need to store overnight. 

Simply mix all of the ingredients together and cook them on the stove or in the microwave that day. And enjoy! 

To cook on the stove, add the ingredients to a saucepan and cook on medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes. Stirring occasionally. 

You can also place the ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for about a minute or two. Until it’s warmed to your liking.

Topping Ideas For Pumpkin Spiced Overnight Oats

You can enjoy this healthy breakfast or snack on its own or consider adding a topping or two:

• Pecans
• Walnuts
• Almonds
• Diced apple (like Gala)
• Raisins
• A dollop of Greek Yogurt
• More almond or peanut butter
• Flax meal