Gather around the kitchen table and create fun holiday memories by having everyone make their own pumpkin spice overnight oats in a jar this holiday season. Ally Stephens of Season to Taste, which offers in-home meal preparation for families and people on the go, says overnight oats are a perfect and easy prep-ahead breakfast that promotes clean eating. “They are quick to put together and you control the ingredients to keep them healthy and nutritious,” Stephens said.<\/p>\n
First, start with the right type of oats. “Make sure you\u2019re using rolled oats or old-fashioned oats, not instant oats as they will get soggy if left overnight,” Stephens said.<\/p>\n
To get the pumpkin flavor, look for pure pumpkin puree available at the store. “Pick an organic brand or Libby\u2019s 100 percent pure pumpkin. Choose \u201cpure pumpkin\u201d and not \u201cpumpkin pie filling,\u201d which has added processed ingredients, spices and sugar. Pure pumpkin is naturally low in fat and natural sugars and it\u2019s good for you,” Stephens said.<\/p>\n
Pumpkin isn’t the only flavoring you can add to overnight oats. “You could try your hand at sweet potato overnight oats or banana nut overnight oats is one of my all-time favorites,” Stephens said. “Don\u2019t let those fresh berries go to waste. Puree them in a food processor or blender and strain them through a fine mesh strainer if you don\u2019t like the seeds and proceed with your overnight oats creations.”<\/p>\n
Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats<\/p>\n
Ingredients
\u00bd C rolled oats, uncooked
\u00bd C unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
\u00bc C pumpkin puree
1 Tbsp chia seeds
1 Tbsp or less pure maple syrup
\u00bd tsp vanilla extract or pure vanilla
\u00be tsp ground cinnamon
\u00bc tsp fresh ground nutmeg
Toasted pecans, pepitas, Greek yogurt and cinnamon for topping<\/p>\n
Directions<\/p>\n
\u2022 Combine the rolled oats, milk, yogurt, pumpkin puree, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg and stir to combine
\u2022 Place in an airtight container and put in fridge for 4-6 hours, preferably overnight
\u2022 Overnight oats are delicious cold but can also be enjoyed warm by placing in the microwave for 1-2 minutes
\u2022 Top with your desired toppings when you’re ready to enjoy<\/p>\n