Pumpkin Spice Latte Oats

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats

02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)

03 - 1/2 cup pumpkin purée (unsweetened)

→ Flavorings

04 - 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee or 1 shot espresso

05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

06 - 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

08 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or whipped cream

10 - 1 tablespoon chopped pecans or walnuts

11 - Extra sprinkle of cinnamon

12 - Drizzle of maple syrup

# Steps:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine the oats, milk, pumpkin purée, coffee, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt.

02 - Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.

03 - Cook for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the oats become creamy and have absorbed most of the liquid.

04 - Divide the oats between two bowls and add optional toppings such as Greek yogurt or whipped cream, chopped nuts, cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -

It tastes like a pumpkin spice latte but actually fills you up, not just gives you a caffeine buzz and regret.
Five minutes of prep means you can have this ready before your second cup of coffee.
The whole thing comes together in one pot, which means fewer dishes before you've even had breakfast.

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If you use cold pumpkin straight from the fridge, it'll clump and won't blend smoothly; let it sit on the counter for five minutes or pour your warm milk in first.
Stirring matters more than you'd think; oats left alone will stick to the bottom and burn, which tastes like regret tastes if it had a flavor.

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