Overnight Pumpkin Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal
Overnight Pumpkin Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal is an easy, make ahead baked steel cut oats recipe with plenty of cozy fall flavor! It’s a healthy, gluten free and vegan breakfast option.
I can’t believe Thanksgiving is next week! I’m very excited because it’s my favorite holiday, and frankly I’ll be sad when it’s over.
I’m not ready to embrace Christmas yet…are you??
I’ve really been enjoying pumpkin this year as you can tell. Pumpkin season is so short, and I’ve had a lot that I wanted to share.
I have one more pumpkin recipe coming your way after this pumpkin baked steel cut oats recipe, then that will be it until next year.
Christmas is coming, and I promise I’ll be on board. 🙂
Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal
I’ve got several baked oatmeal recipes on this blog, but this is the first time I’ve used steel cut oats.
I’m so glad that I finally tried it!
Reasons you’ll love pumpkin steel cut baked oatmeal:
- They’re nice and fluffy, with a slightly chewy texture
- They’re packed with pumpkin and warm pumpkin spice flavor.
- They’re gluten free, dairy free and vegan, with no refined sugar.
- They’re a good source of fiber and heart healthy fats and carbohydrates.
- You can make them ahead for the perfect meal prep breakfast!
What are steel cut oats?
Steel cut oats are also known as Irish oats. They’re oat groats that are cut into 2-3 pieces using a steel blade, and are the most minimally processed oats produced.
Quick cooking steel cut oats are simply steel cut oats cut into smaller pieces, and are not recommended for this recipe.
The texture of steel cut oats is chewier than rolled oats. They cook up nice and creamy, and are very hearty.
Are steel cut oats healthy?
Steel cut oats are a very healthy breakfast option. They’re almost equal to rolled oats as far as nutritional value, but steel cut oats contain more fiber and density, which means they’ll keep you full and satisfied longer.
They’re also a good source of complex carbohydrates, protein and iron, and are lower on the glycemic index.
How long do steel cut oats take to cook?
These overnight baked steel cut oats take a total of 50-60 minute to cook.
How to make overnight pumpkin baked steel cut oats
This baked oatmeal recipe is a two step process as follows:
- Chill the overnight oats in the refrigerator overnight
- Bake the overnight oats in the oven
Why chill the oats overnight? Because the oats are softer, fluffier and less chewy.
Prepare the baked steel cut oats as follows:
- Combine the oats, chia seeds, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice and almond milk in a medium bowl.
- Cover with plastic wrap, and chill overnight.
- In the morning, preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8×8″ baking dish with cooking spray.
- Pour the oats into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes. Stir the oats well and top with the pecans, then bake for another 20-25 minutes until set.
Recipe notes and substitutions
- Do not use quick steel cut oats for this recipe.
- If gluten intolerant, be sure to use steel cut oats that are certified gluten free.
- The almond milk may be substituted with your favorite.
Need more breakfast inspiration? See all of my Breakfast recipes.
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Overnight Pumpkin Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3/4 cup homemade pumpkin puree or store bought
- 2 teaspoons homemade pumpkin pie spice or store bought
- 2 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup pecan pieces
Instructions
- Place the oats, chia seeds, maple syrup, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice and almond milk into a medium bowl and stir until well combined. Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
- The next morning, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8x8" baking dish with cooking spray.
- Stir the oats well and pour into the prepared pan. Bake for 30 minutes, then stir the oats well and top with the pecans. Bake another 20-30 minutes or until the oats are set. Remove from heat and cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Do not use quick steel cut oats for this recipe.
- If gluten intolerant, be sure to use steel cut oats that are certified gluten free.
- The almond milk may be substituted with your favorite.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
12 Comments on “Overnight Pumpkin Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal”
I’m glad you’re not stopping with the pumpkin yet, because I’m not tired of it! This overnight oat bake with pumpkin and steel cut oats is such a great idea for a hearty and healthy holiday breakfast! Pinning and can’t wait to try it!
I know you’re still creating delicious pumpkin recipes, so we’re on the same page! 🙂
I’ve really been enjoying all the pumpkin this season too, Marcie!! It’s short, so need to rush through it, right? We love our oatmeal and I just know my kids would gobble this one up. Can’t wait to try it! Pinned!
Pumpkin season is so short, we need to take advantage of it! Thanks Katherine!
Marcie, this looks wonderful! It would make a perfect Thanksgiving day breakfast. Every year I’m too busy on Thanksgiving to make breakfast or lunch so the kids are complaining all day. I told myself that this year, I’d make a nice Thanksgiving breakfast. This would be perfect – healthy, delicious, and very special. Bonus points for being able to make it the night before!
Thank you Kelly! I get too busy too, so I’ll be making this!
I’m all about pumpkin all fall & winter long! What a yummy brunch idea. I have to bring a few dishes for family brunch the day after Thanksgiving 🙂
I feel the same way! Thanks Nicole!
This is outstanding! I have never made steel cut oats this way but this is by far the best breakfast recipe I have tried in a long time. A bowl of this topped with cinnamon vanilla vegan yogurt is autumn dreams come true. Thank you!
I’m so glad you enjoyed them and topping them with yogurt is a great idea!
Why should we not use quick cooking steel cut oats? I have those on hand already. Can I use them if I soak them for less time, not overnight?
You certainly can use them, but the texture will not be the same. They’ll be much softer. Give it a try if that’s what you have and I’d love to hear what you think!