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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cups

During the fall months, these pumpkin oatmeal cups are the ideal breakfast treat. Welcome in the autumn season with this delicious pumpkin recipe.

Oatmeal is known for being a healthy breakfast option, however, it can also be a bit boring. This recipe will help beat the monotony and boredom of eating oatmeal. It’s so yummy and easy to make, it’ll have you looking forward to your serving of oatmeal.

If you’re wondering what other pumpkin recipe you could make for breakfast, check out this Weight Watchers Pumpkin Pancake Recipe.

chocolate pumpkin oatmeal cups on a white plate

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Why you’ll love this recipe

These pumpkin oatmeal cups are not only a great option for a busy weekday morning breakfast, but they also make a perfect dessert option too if you’re wanting a snack with the warm flavors of fall. 

If you’re on the Weight Watchers plan, these baked oatmeal cups are also only 2 points! So you can indulge while easily staying within your daily points! 

Which WW Program are these points for?

In 2023, WW is using just plain old “POINTS.”

  • Be sure to calculate the points value of the foods and recipes you eat in the app.
  • Always add ingredients and serving sizes and don’t rely on the nutrition facts in the recipe.
  • Accuracy will come from the information you input on the app.

Ingredients for this recipe

Old-fashioned oats: Create a delicious and filling texture. 
Baking powder: To help the cups rise.
Pumpkin pie spice: Delicious flavoring for these chocolate pumpkin oatmeal cups.
Chia seeds: Add extra fiber to your day.
Pure pumpkin puree: Be sure not to use pumpkin pie filling! 
Eggs: Binds the ingredients together.
Sugar-free syrup, maple flavor: For extra fall flavors, you’ll love this hint of maple. 
Skim milk: This helps to keep your points down, but feel free to adjust milk based on personal preference.
Chocolate chips: For a chocolatey little bite.

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cups ingredients

Substitutions 

– You can change the type of milk to suit your personal preferences and lifestyle choices. 
– If maple isn’t your flavor of choice, feel free to test out other sugar-free syrup options.

Equipment needed for this recipe

Mixing bowls are needed to hold the ingredients while mixing, and a whisk is a great tool for mixing the ingredients together. Use measuring cups and spoons to make sure you have the right amount of all needed ingredients. Non-stick spray is helpful to prevent the pumpkin oatmeal cups from sticking to the pan during baking. An airtight container is needed if you’re planning to store this recipe for a few days. 

How to make pumpkin oatmeal cups

adding dry ingredients to mixing bowls

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl combine the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and chia seeds. Whisk to combine.

scooping batter into a muffin tin

Step 3: Spoon into a sprayed cupcake pan about ¾ full in each cavity.

adding eggs, chocolate chips, and pumpkin puree to the mixing bowl

Step 2: Next add in the pumpkin, eggs, agave, milk, and chocolate chips. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to mix everything until well combined.

bakes pumpkin oatmeal cups still in a muffin tin

Step 4: Bake at 350 degrees F for about 18-20 minutes. Step 5: Serve warm and enjoy.

Common Questions

What type of oats should I use in a baked oat recipe?

In general, when baking with oats, it’s best to use rolled oats or old-fashioned oats. In this recipe specifically, we’re using old-fashioned oats! 

baked oatmeal cups on a white plate from above

Storage suggestions

To store chocolate pumpkin oatmeal cups, place them into an airtight container and store them at room temperature for 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months! 

Reheating Tips

If you want these to taste freshly baked after storing them, then you can pop them into the microwave or oven for a few minutes. If you’re heating them up after freezing, it’s best to let them defrost before reheating. 

chocolate pumpkin oatmeal cups on a white plate

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cups

Yield: 12
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes

These pumpkin oatmeal cups are a delicious treat to enjoy as a fun breakfast on a busy workday, or as a little fall flavored treat!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old fashioned oats
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 TBSP Chia seeds
  • 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 TBSP Sugar-free syrup, maple flavor
  • ½ cup skim milk
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

    Step 1: In a large mixing bowl combine the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and chia seeds. Whisk to combine.

    Step 2: Next add in the pumpkin, eggs, agave, milk, and chocolate chips. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to mix everything until well combined.

    Step 3: Spoon into a sprayed cupcake pan about ¾ full in each cavity.

    Step 4: Bake at 350 degrees F for about 18-20 minutes.

    Step 5: Serve warm and enjoy.

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