Healthy Pumpkin Breakfast Bowl
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This pumpkin breakfast bowl is healthy, hearty, and full of cozy, spiced pumpkin flavor! It’s ready in 5 minutes, perfect for busy mornings.
Looking for a quick breakfast or satisfying snack to beat the afternoon slump? This oatmeal pumpkin yogurt bowl serves up delicious fall-inspired “fuel” in just 5 minutes!
It’s also made with healthy, vegan-friendly ingredients.
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Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Breakfast Bowl Recipe
- This oatmeal pumpkin breakfast bowl is warm, filling, and just overall the best comfort food to start the day.
- With its creamy crunch and warm sweetness, this healthy pumpkin oatmeal breakfast bowl proves oatmeal is anything but boring!
- Ready in just 5 minutes using a few simple ingredients, this pumpkin oatmeal yogurt bowl is perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients And Substitutions
Rolled oats and water – Mornings can get hectic, so we’ll cook our oats in the microwave. The add-ins are up to you, but flaxseed, wheat germ, and chia seeds pack the oatmeal pumpkin breakfast bowl with fiber for a satisfying morning meal. Don’t forget to add pumpkin spice to this hearty base!
Dairy-free yogurt and pumpkin puree – Unlike other pumpkin oatmeal recipes, this warm breakfast bowl combines canned pumpkin puree with rich, creamy, dairy-free yogurt. We’ll also spice up the pumpkin yogurt mixture with cinnamon, but feel free to add more warm spices for that cozy pumpkin pie flavor.
Pecans and maple syrup – These toppings give the spiced pumpkin oatmeal breakfast bowl an extra oomph! A drizzle of creamy almond butter will also be yummy.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Stovetop Method
You can also cook the ingredients in a pot over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and continue cooking until the oats are soft, stirring occasionally.
For a Sweeter and Creamier Breakfast Bowl
For a different take on this hearty breakfast bowl, swap the pumpkin puree and water with sweet potato puree and almond milk (or any non-dairy milk of choice.)
Toppings to Try
Jazz up your pumpkin oatmeal yogurt bowl with various toppings like pumpkin seeds, craisins, shredded coconut, dairy-free chocolate chips, and diced apples.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Yogurt Bowl Recipe FAQs
Can I use homemade pumpkin puree?
Of course! Roasted pumpkin puree will be delicious with the fall flavors of this warm breakfast bowl. Just roast the fresh pumpkin flesh at 350°F for 45 minutes or until fork-tender, allow it to cool, then puree.
Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats for this breakfast bowl?
Since they cook quickly (hence the name), quick oats might get too mushy for this pumpkin oatmeal yogurt bowl.
Can you use steel-cut oats instead of rolled oats in this spiced pumpkin breakfast bowl recipe?
This recipe is best made with rolled oats, but steel-cut oats might work if you extend the cooking time and add more liquid. They’ll also have a chewier texture.
Can you make this pumpkin breakfast bowl ahead of time?
The texture might not hold up well, so it’s best to make your oatmeal pumpkin breakfast bowl right before serving.
What can I use instead of oats?
We haven’t tried substituting the oats in this pumpkin breakfast bowl recipe, but a popular alternative to oats that you can consider is frozen cauliflower rice. However, its cooking time in the microwave will likely be longer, usually around 5 to 6 minutes.
More Delicious Vegan Breakfast Recipes
- Vegan Breakfast Burrito
- Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies
- Vegan Breakfast Casserole
- One-Bowl Whole Wheat Vegan Pancakes
- Tofu Scramble
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Pumpkin Breakfast Bowl
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp flaxseed (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tbsp wheat germ
- 1 tsp chia seeds (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1/4 cup dairy-free yogurt
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pecans for garnish
- 1 to 2 tsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine the oats, water, flaxseed, wheat germ, chia seeds, and pumpkin spice in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the mixture for 3 minutes or until cooked through. Watch it carefully to ensure it doesn’t overflow!
- In a separate bowl, mix the dairy-free yogurt with pumpkin puree and cinnamon.
- Swirl in dollops of the yogurt mixture to the cooked oats.
- Top your pumpkin breakfast bowl with more flaxseed, chia seeds, and pecans. Drizzle with maple syrup to taste, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can also cook the ingredients in a pot over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and continue cooking until the oats are soft, stirring occasionally.
- For a different take on this hearty breakfast bowl, swap the pumpkin puree and water with sweet potato puree and almond milk (or any non-dairy milk of choice.)
- Jazz up your pumpkin oatmeal yogurt bowl with various toppings like pumpkin seeds, craisins, shredded coconut, dairy-free chocolate chips, and diced apples.
Updated in November 2024 with new photos and minor recipe adjustments for improved quality. Enjoy!
