This Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal with chocolate chunks and pecans is the perfect fall breakfast. With warm spices and pumpkin flavor throughout, this hearty breakfast dish is sure to satisfy. It can be made ahead and portioned for simple weekday breakfasts!
Preheat the oven to 375° F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray, set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and coconut oil. Whisk in the pumpkin puree.
In a large bowl, mix together the oats, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice.
Add the wet ingredients into the oat mixture and stir to combine. Stir in the chocolate chunks and chopped pecans (if using).
Carefully pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake for 35 - 40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the mixture is set.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
STORE - Cover the pan in foil or store slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
FREEZE - Portion out the baked oatmeal into {6} slices. Wrap slices individually or transfer them to a freezer-safe container (or zip-top bag). Freeze for up to 3 months.
REHEAT - Place a slice of baked oatmeal onto a microwave-safe dish -cover and heat for 45 seconds - one minute. Serve warm with desired toppings.