Microwave Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
Serves 1 – easily made vegan and gluten-free
Note that cooking instructions will vary depending on your microwave

1/2 cup rolled oats*
1/2 cup water – or coconut milk, almond milk, or other
3-4 TBSP unsweetened pumpkin puree
1/2 tsp. cinnamon, or to taste
1/8th tsp. nutmeg
1/8th tsp. ginger
small pinch of cloves
small pinch of salt
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
maple syrup or brown sugar, to taste
dairy or non-dairy milk or cream, to taste
chopped pecans, walnuts, or shredded coconut, to taste

*Use regular rolled oats, not instant

Method
In a microwave-safe bowl, add the oats and water. Swirl to combine, then microwave on high for 1 minute. Keep an eye on things, because as the water boils the oats rise up considerably, and may overflow the bowl. This will depend greatly on your microwave, and the size of the bowl you use. If you plan to microwave more than 1 serving at a time, use a fairly large bowl. If the oatmeal reaches the top of the bowl, stop the microwave for a few seconds before continuing.
After about 1 minute (time will vary depending on your microwave) remove the oats, stir in the pumpkin, spices, and salt, and return it to the microwave for another 30-40 seconds, or until the oats are tender. Stir in the vanilla extract, then top with maple syrup or brown sugar, dairy or non-dairy milk or cream, and nuts as desired.


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