If you’re craving cozy breakfasts to kick off the season, this Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal belongs at the top of your list.It’s creamy, spiced, and tastes just like pumpkin pie in a bowl.It’s the ultimate fall comfort food for chilly mornings, ready in minutes, and endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings.

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Pure Pumpkin: Use 100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling (which already has sugar and spices added).Homemade pumpkin puree works too! Brown Sugar: Light brown sugar adds sweetness and depth.Swap with dark brown sugar for a richer molasses flavor, or try maple syrup or honey for a natural sweetener.

Pumpkin Pie Spice: A blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.If you don’t have it, make your own or use ¾ teaspoon cinnamon + ¼ teaspoon nutmeg.Whole Milk: Makes the oatmeal extra creamy.

For dairy-free, use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk.Butter: Adds richness.Coconut oil works as a dairy-free alternative.

Vanilla Extract: Rounds out the flavor and adds warmth.Toppings: Pecans, maple syrup, and a dusting of cinnamon are m

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