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Creamy Pumpkin Overnight Oats Recipe Easy Homemade Maple Pecan Crunch

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A cozy and creamy overnight oats recipe infused with pumpkin and topped with a crunchy maple pecan topping, perfect for quick and nourishing breakfasts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • ½ cup (120g) canned pumpkin puree (pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk of choice (whole milk, almond milk, or oat milk)
  • ½ cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt (dairy-free yogurt optional)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Grade A pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon (0.5g) ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the maple pecan crunch topping:
  • ½ cup (50g) chopped pecans, toasted lightly
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) butter or coconut oil
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, ½ cup pumpkin puree, 1 cup milk of choice, and ½ cup plain Greek yogurt. Stir well to combine (about 3 minutes).
  2. Mix in 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until evenly distributed and creamy.
  3. Spoon the oat mixture into mason jars or airtight containers. Seal tightly and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
  4. About 10 minutes before serving, heat 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add ½ cup chopped pecans and toast lightly for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Drizzle 2 tablespoons maple syrup over the pecans and stir to coat evenly. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes until thick and sticky. Remove from heat, sprinkle a pinch of salt, and let cool slightly to crisp.
  6. Remove oats from fridge, stir if needed, and top generously with the maple pecan crunch. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use rolled oats for best texture; Greek yogurt adds creaminess and protein. Prepare maple pecan crunch topping just before serving to keep it crisp. Toast pecans dry first for extra nuttiness. If oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of milk. Lower heat to avoid burning maple syrup when caramelizing pecans.

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Keywords: pumpkin overnight oats, maple pecan crunch, creamy oats, healthy breakfast, easy overnight oats, fall breakfast, gluten-free oats, dairy-free option

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