With all the flavors of pumpkin pie stirred into a creamy bowl of oatmeal, this quick and easy Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal is our favorite fall oatmeal.
It’s hard to beat a hot fragrant breakfast that can be on the table in less than 15 minutes.

Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal
We enjoy topping our bowls of oatmeal with a swirl of freshly whipped cream to make it even more like pumpkin pie.
The whole family enjoys this oatmeal and the kids have requested this again every single day this week; I think I’m safe to say that it is a hit.
It’s been ten years since we first made pumpkin spice oatmeal and this is still my middle son’s favorite oatmeal. He happily makes this oatmeal throughout the year.
There’s nothing better than having a terrific breakfast that the kids can make on their own. Especially when they make enough to share with me.

Oatmeal Ingredients
- rolled oats
- water
- milk
- pumpkin puree
- brown sugar
- pumpkin pie spice mix
- kosher salt
Pumpkin Oatmeal Recipe
- Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cook over medium-low heat for 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly until the oatmeal has thickened.
- Remove from the heat, portion into serving bowls, and top with whipped cream or a drizzle of heavy cream.

Once you’ve mixed up your jar of Pumpkin Pie Spice, and stashed a few cans of pumpkin puree in the pantry, you’ll be ready to make this anytime you crave it.
Are you looking for more breakfast ideas? Check out all of our Oatmeal Recipes.
This Pumpkin Spice Baked Oatmeal is another favorite that my boys would happily eat this every single morning if I made it that often. Steel cut oatmeal is another great breakfast for fall mornings.
Spiced pear oatmeal full of rolled oats, cooked pears, cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter is a weekday breakfast delight.
For a few more hearty breakfasts that will start your day right, try these Ham and Cheese Waffles. (They freeze beautifully for quick breakfast reheats!) This Easy Breakfast Casserole and this Bacon Gruyere Quiche are great breakfast options too.
Last but definitely not least, you’ll want to try this Pecan Praline French Toast Bake for the ultimate weekend treat.

Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice mix
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Optional topping: homemade whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook over medium -ow heat for 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly until the oatmeal has thickened.
- Remove from the heat, portion into serving bowls and top with whipped cream. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
{originally published 9/25/13 – notes and photos updated 11/9/22}

Tracy says
Can I use instant oatmeal instead of rolled oats?
Mary Younkin says
You could but you will want to adjust the cooking times and the amount of liquid, Tracy.
Fran says
This was absolutely delicious.. although I added a little more brown sugar at the end cuz I like it a little sweeter. I did not have any whipped cream but I would suggest if you’re going to do whipped cream to use fresh whipped cream The airy stuff is just not going to cut it. I had two huge bowls of it I cut the recipe in half cuz I’m only one person.
Mary Younkin says
Fresh whip cream is a great suggestion, Fran. Nothing really compares to it.
Jasson says
Very nice recipe chef 👍👌👏. I had it this morning yummy 😋. Thank you for your effort 🌞😎
Mary Younkin says
I’m thrilled the oatmeal was a hit, Jasson!