What happens when I have a leftover container of pumpkin puree? I start to throw pumpkin into everything. Last week I had pumpkin puree leftover from a pumpkin bread I made. I decided to use it to make pumpkin granola. Well I am glad I did because that recipe is OUT OF THIS WORLD! If you like granola than go makes this now.
I still had some pumpkin to use up. At first I was going to make a pumpkin pie steel cut oat recipe I made last year. This is a great recipe but I wanted to make something different. So instead of making the same recipe I decided to throw a couple tablespoons into some overnight oats. Overnight oats have become a new love of mine. They are easy to throw together, taste delicious, and no cooking is required! I am always trying new flavor combinations because you just can’t have too many overnight oat recipes.
I mixed 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice with coconut milk and rolled oats. In the morning added 1 tablespoon of chopped walnuts for crunch. I also add just a little extra coconut milk to thin it out a bit. This was sooooo good! I loved it. It tasted like a pumpkin pie pudding but made with oatmeal. I thought the 2 teaspoons of pure maple syrup was the perfect amount of sweetness but you can add a little more if you need to. I used coconut milk because that is what I had in my fridge. You can use almond milk, cow’s milk, or whatever milk you want.
If you are an overnight oats fan + pumpkin fan then I highly recommend giving this recipe a try.
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
- ½ cup rolled (or old fashioned) oats
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
- 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts (or any nut you like)
- In a pint size mason jar combine coconut milk, rolled oats, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, flaxseed, and maple syrup. Mix until completely combined.
- Put lid on and store in refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
- Stir and add a little more coconut milk for consistency. Add walnuts and enjoy.
This recipe can be prepared 3-4 days ahead of time. You might need to add a little extra coconut milk in the morning to thin out.
Could I use unsweetened almond milk instead of coconut milk
Yes you can
Do you eat this cold?
Yes I do it them cold. You could warm up if you wish in microwave or on stovetop.
Can you pre-prep these for the week like you do your mason jar salads?
I tried this for the first time yesterday, but this morning my oats didn’t seem to “set up” and thicken enough. Suggestion? I used skim milk, because I had that on hand. Should that make a difference? Thank you!
I like adding chia seeds to help my overnight oats set better 🙂
Sorry, my spell check messed that up. Is the nutrition info for half pint jar or pint size?
It is for the entire recipe.
Is this one jar 41 points?
I read the nutrition data 2x. One serving = 7 WW+ points
I love overnight oats!! Thanks for the recipe, I added applesauce too!!
Can I use honey instead of pure maple syrup?
Yes honey is delicious.
I have made this twice now and each time has been awesome. I do swap chia seeds in place of the flaxseed, but just because I have chia on hand….and it works perfectly!
Thank you for the recipe.
Tried this using kefir and almond milk, it added an interesting flavour.
This was great! I really liked it. I put in a heaping tablespoon of maple syrup instead of 2 tsps and it was perfect for me. Also, I used 1% milk instead of coconut milk. I’m sure the coconut milk would be delicious though! Thanks for a great recipe!
I made this recipe because I had some extra coconut milk and a small amount of pumpkin in my fridge. So glad I did because it was amazing! Tonight I opened a new can of both coconut milk and pumpkin specifically for this recipe! I should mention that I’m not one to get overly excited about everything pumpkin in the fall but these overnight oats have me rethinking my enthusiasm! Thanks for another great recipe, Tammy!