Warm, cozy, and perfectly sweet — like a slice of pumpkin pie for breakfast.
When fall rolls around, I’m all about recipes that make the house smell amazing and feel like a hug from the inside out. These Pumpkin Pie Baked Oats are one of those simple, nourishing recipes that taste indulgent but are made with wholesome ingredients.
They’re packed with fiber and protein from oats, chia seeds, and eggs — and the creamy spiced frosting takes them from everyday breakfast to something special. Whether you serve them warm on a crisp morning or bake a batch for the week ahead, they’re a cozy way to start the day (and make your kitchen smell heavenly).
Ingredients
For the baked oats:
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup pumpkin purée
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup chia seeds
For the frosting:
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup (to taste)
• ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease an 8×8 baking dish.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine all baked oat ingredients and stir until fully combined.
3. Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly golden on top.
4. While it bakes, make the frosting: combine all frosting ingredients in a stand mixer and beat until smooth and creamy.
5. Let the baked oats cool for a few minutes before spreading the frosting over the top. Slice, serve warm, and enjoy every cozy bite.
Hosting or Meal Prep Tip
These baked oats are perfect for a fall brunch or weekend breakfast spread — they look beautiful on a rustic serving board dusted with cinnamon. Or, meal prep them for the week and reheat a slice each morning with a drizzle of extra maple syrup.
Why You'll Love Them
• Tastes like pumpkin bars — but made with real, nourishing ingredients.
• Family-friendly and freezer-friendly.
• The spiced cream cheese frosting adds a bakery-style touch that feels extra special.
Storage
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze individual slices for a quick breakfast later.
Pumpkin Pie Baked Oats with Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
For the baked oats:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup chia seeds
For the frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup to taste
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease an 8x8 baking dish.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine all baked oat ingredients and stir until fully combined.
- Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly golden on top.
- While it bakes, make the frosting: combine all frosting ingredients in a stand mixer and beat until smooth and creamy.
- Let the baked oats cool for a few minutes before spreading the frosting over the top. Slice, serve warm, and enjoy every cozy bite.
