Recipe File: Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

Being a Thanksgiving baby, I love pumpkin fill-in-the-blank anything.  When I saw this recipe for Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal via Mint, I had to try it.  It didn’t disappoint and it will definitely go in the keeper file.  Truly scrumptious and very easy to make!  The recipe is as follows:

Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

serves 4-5

DRY

2 c. uncooked oats (quick-cooking or old fashioned work)

1/2 c. packed brown sugar

1/2 c. craisins or raisins

1/4 c. chopped walnuts

1 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

dash of nutmeg and cloves

WET

1 1/2 c. milk

1/4 c. applesauce (jarred or homemade)

1/4 c. pumpkin puree (canned or roasted)

2 tbsp. salted butter, melted

1 large egg beaten

1. Preheat oven to 375°. Lightly spray 4 individual ramekins or an 8-inch square pan with olive oil. Set aside.

2. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.

3. Combine wet ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix well.

4. Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until combined.

5. Pour mixture into baking dish or ramekins and bake for 20-25 min.

6. Serve warm.

My substitutions were golden raisins and pecans and it was fabulous.  It even reheated well.  Thanks Mint for sharing this delightful recipe!

Happy cooking!

*Tina