Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal is a comforting and nutritious breakfast that perfectly combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and sweet chocolate. This easy-to-make dish fills your kitchen with delightful aromas, making it an ideal choice for chilly mornings or meal prep. Enjoy it warm or chilled throughout the week for a satisfying start to your day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until fully combined; gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares; serve warm with yogurt or extra maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added texture, mix in chopped nuts or dried fruit. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze individual portions for longer storage.