Pumpkin Baked Oats
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 1 min read
A single cup of pumpkin provides 7 grams of fiber to aid in digestion and a third of the daily need for vitamin K. Its bright orange color brings beta carotene to the mix, which acts as an antioxidant, fighting inflammation. It’s also great for eye health. This recipe for pumpkin baked oats offers a warm and cozy seasonal bite that's full of nutrition.
Serving Amount
Ingredients
1⁄2 cup old fashioned oats
1⁄2 ripe banana
1⁄4 cup canned pumpkin
1 egg
2 tsp pumpkin spice
1 tbsp maple syrup
1⁄2 tsp baking powder
1⁄4 tsp salt
1 tbsp milk of choice
Spray oil
Optional – 1 tbsp chocolate chips
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2
Spray rammekins or baking dish with spray oil.
Step 3
Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Step 4
Pour batter into rammekin or baking dish and top with chocolate chips if using. Bake for ~20-25 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean from the middle. Enjoy.