Maya Chen
Creamy overnight oats with pumpkin, cinnamon, and maple—topped with “dirt” cookie crumble and a pumpkin candy for a spooky-sweet Halloween breakfast!
Recipe Snapshot
- 🍽️ Serves: 4
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 🛏️ Chill Time: Overnight
- 💰 Cost Estimate: $1.80 per serving
Clever Tip:
Add chocolate “dirt” cookie crumbles and pumpkin candies for spooky party fun or kids’ delight!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Festive, healthy, and delicious for Halloween morning
- Creamy, cozy fall spices—pure pumpkin spice flavor
- Protein-packed for long-lasting energy (thanks to yogurt & oats)
- Kids and adults love the fun “patch” theme and toppings
Ingredient Notes
- Old-fashioned oats: For the best creamy texture
- Pumpkin puree: Use canned (not pie mix) or homemade
- Greek yogurt: Adds creaminess and protein
- Milk: Any kind—dairy or plant-based
- Pumpkin pie spice: Cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger are perfect too
- Maple syrup: Natural sweetness—use honey if needed
- Chocolate cookie crumbs: Crushed sandwich cookies become “dirt” for your pumpkin patch
- Pumpkin candy or orange fruit: Top for Halloween effect
Ingredients
- ▢ 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- ▢ 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ▢ 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ▢ 1 cup milk of choice
- ▢ 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ▢ 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ▢ 2 tbsp chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs
- ▢ Pumpkin candy or orange fruit, for topping
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix oats, pumpkin puree, yogurt, milk, spice, vanilla, and maple syrup until well combined.
- Divide into jars. Cover and chill overnight (or 4 hours minimum).
- Before serving, top with chocolate “dirt” and pumpkin candies or fruit for the patch effect.
- Stir and enjoy straight from the fridge!
Helpful Tips
- Use gluten-free oats if needed
- Add chia seeds or flaxseed for extra nutrition
- Layer granola and fruit for more patch texture
Expert Tips for the Best Results
- Change up toppings for other holidays—red berries for winter, tropical fruit for summer
- Make extra jars for meal prep all week
- Taste before chilling and adjust sweetness if desired
Meal Prep & Freezing Tips
- Prep Ahead: Make up to 4 days ahead for easy breakfasts
- Storage: Store in airtight jars in the fridge
- Freezing: Not recommended—texture is best fresh
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I make it dairy-free? Use plant milk and yogurt
- Sugar-free? Skip maple and sweeten with stevia or fruit
- Other topping ideas? Granola, pecans, or Halloween color sprinkles
Conclusion
Pumpkin Patch Overnight Oats 🎃 are a fun, festive way to start Halloween (or any fall day)—nutritious, easy, and pure autumn magic!
Pumpkin Patch Overnight Oats
Delicious autumn-inspired overnight oats with creamy pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a perfect blend of oats and yogurt. Prepare the night before and enjoy a wholesome breakfast ready to go in the morning!
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats organic, gluten-free if needed
- 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain or vanilla
- 1 cup milk almond milk or dairy
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger mix
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure vanilla
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey, optional
Instructions
- Combine oats, pumpkin puree, yogurt, and milk in a mason jar. Add pumpkin pie spice and vanilla extract.
- Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly. The mixture should be creamy and well blended.
- Cover the mason jar with a lid and place it in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 8 hours. The oats will absorb the liquids and reach a perfect creamy consistency.
Notes
Helpful Tips
- Use gluten-free oats if needed
- Add chia seeds or flaxseed for extra nutrition
- Layer granola and fruit for more patch texture
Expert Tips for the Best Results
- Change up toppings for other holidays—red berries for winter, tropical fruit for summer
- Make extra jars for meal prep all week
- Taste before chilling and adjust sweetness if desired
