Description

A cozy, nutrient-packed breakfast featuring creamy oats, canned pumpkin, and maple syrup with a high-protein boost. Perfect for fall mornings or anytime you crave a comforting, healthy meal.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/3 cup canned pumpkin puree

3/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

1 scoop protein powder or 1/4 cup Greek yogurt

1–2 teaspoons pure maple syrup

1/2 to 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice blend

1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

pinch of salt

optional toppings: sliced bananas, chopped pecans

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and salt and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

2. Stir in the rolled oats, reduce heat to low, and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

3. Remove from heat and stir in protein powder or Greek yogurt until fully blended.

4. Fold in pure maple syrup, adjusting to taste.

5. Transfer to a serving bowl and let rest for one minute to thicken.

6. Top with pumpkin seeds and optional sliced bananas or chopped pecans before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: breakfast
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 350
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 200
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 7
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 7
Protein: 20
Cholesterol: 30

Keywords: high-protein, pumpkin spice oatmeal, pumpkin oatmeal, pumpkin pie oats, pure maple syrup, canned pumpkin, fall breakfast, healthy breakfast, cozy breakfast