Pumpkin Chai Oatmeal

Creamy stovetop pumpkin chai oatmeal made with milk, maple syrup, and toasted pecans for an easy, cozy breakfast ready in about 20 minutes.

Prep: 5 min · Cook: 15 min · Yield: 2 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 2 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon chai spice blend
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons pecans
• 0.125 teaspoon kosher salt

Cooking instructions

1. Toast the pecans in a dry medium saucepan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Transfer them to a plate. (about 3 min) — Medium heat
2. Add the milk, oats, pumpkin puree, chai spice, and salt to the saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. (about 5 min) — Medium heat
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until the oats are tender and the mixture is creamy. (about 8 min) — Low heat
4. Stir in the maple syrup, divide the oatmeal between two bowls, and top with the toasted pecans. (about 1 min)