Growing up I was not a fan of oatmeal.  It was just so mushy and boring.  But baked oatmeal has changed all that.  This recipe makes a delicious, creamy, flavorful, custard-like dish that I could eat all day long.

Baked Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

Serves 6-8

Adapted from Budget Bytes

• 1 can (15oz) pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/8 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp dried ginger
• 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups milk (almond milk works great too and makes it slightly sweeter)
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 1/2 cups dry old-fashioned oats

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Whisk together the pumpkin, brown sugar, eggs, spices, salt, baking powder, and vanilla until smooth.  Mix in the milk and yogurt.  Stir in the dry oats.

Pour into a greased 8″x8″ pan.  Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.  Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until center is set.

Serve with your choice of toppings, milk, whipped cream, toasted nuts, maple syrup, peanut butter, or just enjoy it on its own!