These creamy pumpkin spice overnight oats make the coziest fall breakfast! The perfect meal prep, this grab-and-go, make-ahead breakfast is the best healthy option for busy mornings. It’s ultra creamy, packed with protein, and with the optional espresso shot, tastes like a pumpkin spice latte!

Call me basic, but I am a sucker for anything pumpkin spice. When the crisp fall mornings finally hit Seattle, I CRAVE cozy breakfasts, extra points if they’re pumpkin 😉 I’ve made pumpkin spice chia pudding, pumpkin spice french toast, and pumpkin spice smoothies – it was about time I made my way over to overnight oats.

Overnight oats have been one of my favorite breakfasts lately. I went years on a very low carb diet, which ultimately lead to many hormone imbalances, low energy, and brain fog. Upping my carbohydrate intake has helped immensely with all of the above – healthy carbs are so, so important for us gals! Oatmeal can be a great, energy-giving carbohydrate source and they taste DELICIOUS, so it’s a win-win! These overnight oats are packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats so you’ll feel satisfied and full all morning long!

Pumpkin spice overnight oats recipe video

Why you’ll love this recipe

Easy – overnight oats are one of the easiest breakfast recipes and are made in under 10 minutes!
Versatile – overnight oats are so versatile. You can switch up the flavors so you never tire of them. Feel free to mix things up with mix-in’s and toppings!
Wholesome – this nutrient dense breakfast is packed with protein, fiber, healthy fats, and energy-giving carbohydrates making them a great, balanced breakfast option. They also contain yogurt for a healthy dose of probiotics and chia seeds for fiber and antioxidants!
Meal prep – you can double or triple the recipe to make 2-3 days worth of breakfasts at once!
Dietary needs – These oats can be made vegan and are gluten-free if using gluten-free certified oats.

How to make pumpkin spice overnight oats

Full recipe is in the recipe card at the bottom of the post!

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Overnight oats containers or mason jars

Ingredients

Old-fashioned overnight oats: Quick oats and steel-cut oats will not work here. Quick oats will turn out too mushy and steel-cut oats will be too tough.
Pumpkin puree: NOT pumpkin pie filling!
Pumpkin spice
Protein powder: This is optional, but I think it’s important to add some source of protein to oats to keep blood sugar balanced, hormones happy, and you feeling full! I love using vanilla or salted caramel in pumpkin spice oats!
Milk: I prefer using a thick and creamy cashew milk or almond milk. Canned coconut milk is a great option if you’re wanting to make the creamiest overnight oats.
Yogurt: Yogurt makes these oats extra creamy and flavorful, however it is optional! Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt work best. Be sure to use a THICK brand! I like Culina and CocoJune for coconut yogurt. Greek yogurt is a great way to add extra protein as well!
Chia seeds: Chia seeds add a ton of nutrients and fiber to this breakfast, which are great for gut-health and satiety. They also thicken the oats up a bit! I like to buy them in bulk on Amazon as I find them to be the cheapest!
Vanilla extract
Espresso shot (totally optional!)
Maple syrup or monk fruit: Just a dash of sweetness is added to these overnight oats. You can use any sweetener you’d like (honey, maple syrup, monk fruit, or stevia).

Steps to make pumpkin spice overnight oats

Overnight oats are the easiest breakfast recipe!

In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients, mixing well until combined. You can taste the mixture and adjust it as you’d like (sweetener, spice, etc.)
Divide the mixture amongst your jars and place in the fridge for at least 3-4 hours, preferably overnight.
When you’re ready to eat, give the oats another stir, add your desired toppings, and enjoy!

overnight oats fAQ’s & Tips

Can you heat overnight oats? Sure! Just dump them into a bowl with 1/4 cup so extra milk. Give it a stir, then heat. You can add more milk as needed until it reaches your desired consistency.
Can you make overnight oats without yogurt? Yogurt makes the oats really creamy and adds a little extra flavor to the recipe. However, you can definitely leave it out. They won’t be nearly as creamy but should still be delicious! I’d just recommend using an extra creamy milk or a splash of creamer like NutPods.
It’s best to wait to add any toppings until the morning you plan to eat your oats. This will ensure crunchy toppings stay crunchy and fruit stays fresh and bright!
What is the best container for overnight oats? These jars are my favorite! They come in a pack of 6 which are great for meal prepping multiple breakfasts for the week!
If storing oats for multiple days, be sure to give them a good stir before eating and/or add another splash of almond milk.

serving suggestions

Top with extra yogurt or coconut cream.
Serve with a sprinkle of granola.
Add chocolate chips or cacao nibs.
Mix in nuts, seeds, or fresh fruit (cranberries would be delicious!)
Add in a tablespoon of cacao powder.

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