#PumpkinWeek: Pumpkin Quinoa Oatmeal Bake

Welcome back to#PumpkinWeek hosted by Terri from Love and Confections. We are celebrating our love of the season with a whole week of pumpkin goodies, leading up to National Pumpkin Day on October 26th. This week, 17 food bloggers are sharing tons of yummy recipes, both sweet and savory. You can also find these great recipes and more on Love and Confections’ #PumpkinWeek Pinterest Board. Today I have a delicious breakfast to share with you. Baked oatmeal is one of my favorite breakfasts, and in the fall, this Pumpkin Pie Baked Oatmeal is one of my go-to choices. But you know me… I always want to try something new! And this something new is definitely a good thing! 🙂

For awhile now, I’ve seen recipes using quinoa, barley, or farro as a pseudo-oatmeal. I’ve gotta admit though–while those recipes SOUND good, they also seem a little scary. Old breakfast habits die hard, I suppose. To ease my way into this breakfast madness, I decided to combine quinoa with oatmeal in a baked breakfast dish. I added tons of pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin puree to make this dish seasonally appropriate. It was such a hardship, let me tell you. Ha. Not at all!

I should have known to always trust quinoa. And pumpkin. 🙂 This breakfast was so great! I enjoyed it a few ways–warm with cinnamon as pictured above, warm in a bowl with some Greek yogurt and maple syrup, and warm in a bowl with almond milk and some maple syrup and dried fruit. The bake is also hearty enough to just be cut and served at room temperature. I think it could be excellent with some peanut butter or even pumpkin butter spread on top. Mmmm! I’ll have to make it again soon. I always get good serving ideas after everything’s all gone. 🙂 Enjoy!

Pumpkin Quinoa Oatmeal Bake

Servings: 8
Time: 60 minutes
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adapted from my baked oatmeal

Ingredients:

1/2 cup quinoa, uncooked
1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 egg
2 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
3/4 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/4 cups almond milk + more for serving
Greek yogurt, for serving

Directions:

In a small saucepan, cook 1/2 cup quinoa in 1 cup water according to package directions. Set aside to cool.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 10 inch round casserole dish [a pie plate or square baking dish will work too, but cooking time may vary].

Meanwhile, whisk together oil, pumpkin, maple syrup, and egg. Fold in oats, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice. When quinoa has cooled down, add quinoa, vanilla, and milk, stirring to combine.

Spoon batter into prepared pan and smooth out if necessary. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until firm and golden brown.

Serve warm with almond milk or Greek yogurt, plus additional sweetener/dried fruits/nuts if desired.

I love that it’s kind of like eating pie for breakfast… But a totally healthy pie!

Sues

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By wearenotmartha on October 22, 2014 at 6:51 am

what a great way to think about it! 🙂 thanks!

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By Sarah on November 3, 2014 at 2:07 pm

Such a yummy way to start the day! I have no issues combining oatmeal and quinoa…sounds fabulous!

By thatskinnychickcanbake on October 22, 2014 at 7:00 am

thanks! 🙂

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By Sarah on November 3, 2014 at 2:08 pm

Sounds tasty and healthy a win win

By Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm on October 22, 2014 at 8:34 am

yes, for sure! thanks 🙂

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By Sarah on November 3, 2014 at 2:18 pm

You had me at oatmeal. I love the stuff. What a gorgeous and delicious recipe!

By veronica gantley on October 22, 2014 at 9:01 am

thank you, veronica!

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By Sarah on November 3, 2014 at 2:18 pm

Thank you Sarah – delicious.

By Liz Mackie on October 22, 2014 at 9:59 am

thanks liz! 🙂

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By S'mores Pumpkin Pie | The Spiffy Cookie on October 22, 2014 at 11:17 am

I would love to start my mornings with this oatmeal bake!

By Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction on October 22, 2014 at 12:56 pm

i need to make another batch!: )

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By Sarah on November 3, 2014 at 2:19 pm

Holy deliciousness, Sarah! I love this. Thanks for sharing it with #PumpkinWeek.

By culinarycam on October 22, 2014 at 1:07 pm

thank you for hosting, camilla!

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By Pumpkin Chocolate Swirl Pancakes for #PumpkinWeek - on October 22, 2014 at 4:16 pm

Love the idea of combining the oatmeal with quinoa! Pumpkin weeks sounds totally fun!

By Amy (Savory Moments) on October 22, 2014 at 5:23 pm