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    Nov 20, 2018 Β· Modified: Oct 12, 2020 by Sues Β· This post may contain affiliate links, uses cookies, and generates income via ads Β· View privacy policy + disclosure statement linked in footer Β· 18 Comments

    Pumpkin Muesli

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    This Pumpkin Muesli is the perfect solution to dark fall and winter mornings when you need some extra motivation to get out of bed. Made with lots of healthy grains, pumpkin puree, dried cranberries, and apple cider, it will keep you full all morning long.

    Overhead view of a white bowl of pumpkin muesli topped with dried cranberries, coconut, and pumpkin seeds on a marbled trivet with second bowl in the background, along with a cup of coffee, coconut sprinkled around, and recipe title at the top of the image

    (This recipe for Pumpkin Muesli was originally published in October 2013, but has been updated with new photos and content in 2018).

    Breakfast! Because sometimes you need a reason to get up in the morning. You know, besides life is wonderful and you have a to-do list from here to China and back and all that jazz.

    Nope, sometimes that is just not motivation enough. And to be honest, when it's cold and pitch black out boo!), sometimes not even breakfast is enough. But it can help. Plus, I guess the knowledge that you'll get fired from your job if you don't get up really should be motivation enough...

    But breakfast helps just a little bit more. Or at least can make you smile a little bit. And at 6:00 a.m. that is no easy feat.

    I'm one of those people who never ever gets enough sleep. Ugh. I'm always so tired in the morning and sometimes again at like 3:00 p.m. when all I can think about is black coffee, chai lattes, and what my life would be like if I still ate things like Power Bars. Or if I ever drank things like 5-Hour Energy.

    But at 11:00 p.m.? Not ready for bed. I'm not saying I couldn't go to sleep if I wanted to... I'm just saying I'm not in the mood to go to sleep and I get a second wave of "OMG I'm getting so much done!" late at night. And that basically means that getting up during the week is never fun. Never. But I do it anyway. Mostly because I have no choice, but that's neither here nor there.

    I wrote about bircher muesli last year and claimed I wasn't going to overdo it and would never get sick of muesli for breakfast. Well, after eating muesli for breakfast every single day, I kind of sort of got bored of it.

    So, after not eating it for a few months, I decided to try again, but to switch it up a bit. I added pumpkin and some other fall delicacies and am super excited that this breakfast fits perfectly with the season and doesn't really require me to open my eyes in the morning. I can deal with that.

    Pumpkin Muesli Recipe

    The concept this fall pumpkin muesli is totally simple. Put a bunch of healthy ingredients in a bowl and let them chill and soak together for a while. Then top with some garnishes and eat.

    The best thing is that you can make it the night before you want to eat it. And then you have it waiting for you in your fridge the next morning and for the next few days.

    I love over-easy or scrambled eggs for breakfast, but they're certainly no good if you make them ahead and leave them in the fridge. This? This is the way you have to do it for this muesli.

    You can feel free to mix up your muesli ingredients to whatever suits your tastes, but here's what I include in mine:

    • Old-fashioned oats
    • Wheat bran
    • Chia seeds
    • Dried cranberries
    • Chopped pecans
    • Cinnamon
    • Nutmeg
    • Pumpkin puree
    • Soy milk
    • Apple cider
    • Shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, and maple syrup for topping

    So many superfoods that will ensure you have a marvelous day ahead! Like I said, all you really have to do is stir everything, aside from the apple cider and toppings, together in a big bowl.

    Collage showing oats, wheat bran, chia seeds, pecans, and pumpkin puree in bowl, image of ingredients with cinnamon sprinkled on top, and images of all ingredients and milk stirred together in bowl

    Let it sit covered in the fridge overnight (or at least for 3 hours) and in the morning? All you have to do is stir in the apple cider and add on the toppings.

    I think even you can handle that first thing in the morning, right?

    Bird's eye view of two bowls of pumpkin muesli on a marble trivet with coconut and pumpkin seeds sprinkled around and a cup of coffee in the background

    As I mentioned earlier, all the ingredients are pretty optional. You can leave any of them out (well, maybe include the oats... and also the pumpkin) and add anything else in (well, maybe try to stay away from M&Ms and other non-breakfast candies and ice cream).

    If you prefer flax seeds instead of chia seeds or any other healthy grains or dried fruit, go for it! I love my creation because I feel like it's both healthy and delicious, but, of course, everyone has different tastes.

    As is, it's not a super sweet muesli, even with the apple cider mixed in. That's why I like to drizzle a little maple syrup over the top. You could also use honey or agave or simply leave it unsweetened.

    Landscape bird's eye view of white bowl of pumpkin muesli on a marble trivet with glitter pumpkin, coconut, pumpkin seeds, and second bowl of muesli in background

    Also? This pumpkin muesli keeps me full for way longer than anything else I've ever had for breakfast. And when you have a super loud hungry stomach like mine, this is a very good thing.

    I don't work in an office anymore, but when I did, my stomach was constantly growling during quiet meetings. But not after a bowlful of pumpkin muesli!

    Overhead view of a white bowl of pumpkin muesli topped with dried cranberries, coconut, and pumpkin seeds on a marbled trivet with second bowl in the background, along with a cup of coffee, and coconut sprinkled around

    Another thing that wakes you up in the morning is when your dog is sleeping on your head. Which is exactly what my dog has decided to do in the middle of the night lately. If she doesn't wake me up then sadly Alexa does at 6:00 a.m. on the dot. I'm starting to hate her (Alexa, not my dog).  I think this fall pumpkin muesli is a much better way to wake up. Yup, I'm pretty sure it is.

    What's your typical weekday breakfast?

    For more easy breakfast recipes that can be prepped in advance, check out my classic bircher muesli recipe or my fruity granola recipe. Next I want to make these Berry Muesli Overnight Oats Jars from The Spoon and Whisk!

    Pumpkin Muesli -- This Pumpkin Muesli is the perfect solution to dark fall and winter mornings when you need some extra motivation to get out of bed. Made with lots of healthy grains, pumpkin puree, dried cranberries, and apple cider, it will keep full all morning long | wearenotmartha.com

    Pumpkin Muesli

    This Pumpkin Muesli is the perfect solution to dark fall and winter mornings when you need some extra motivation to get out of bed. Made with lots of healthy grains, pumpkin puree, dried cranberries, and apple cider, it will keep you full all morning long.
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American, Eclectic, Swiss
    Keyword: Healthy Breakfasts, Muesli Recipes, Pumpkin Breakfasts, Whole Grains
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Chill Time: 3 hours
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Makes: 6 servings
    Author: Sues

    Ingredients

    • 1 Β½ cups old fashioned oats
    • Β½ cup wheat bran
    • ΒΌ cup chia seeds
    • Β½ cup dried cranberries
    • ΒΌ cup chopped pecans
    • 1 tsp cinnamon
    • ΒΌ tsp nutmeg
    • 1 cup pumpkin puree
    • 1 Β½ cup milk or dairy/dairy alternative of your choice
    • Β½ cup apple cider, divided
    • Coconut flakes, for topping
    • Pumpkin seeds, for topping
    • Maple syrup, for topping

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, mix together oats, wheat bran, chia seeds, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
    • Stir in pumpkin puree and milk. Cover bowl and place in fridge for at least 3 hours (but ideally overnight).
    • Serve in individual bowls and stir in a couple tablespoons of apple cider. Top with coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, and a drizzle maple syrup for extra sweetness.
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    This Pumpkin Muesli is packed with whole grains and is the kind of breakfast that will help you get out of bed all fall and winter long! | wearenotmartha.com #muesli #pumpkinbreakfasts #easybreakfasts #wholegrains
    Pumpkin Muesli -- This Pumpkin Muesli is the perfect solution to dark fall and winter mornings when you need some extra motivation to get out of bed. Made with lots of healthy grains, pumpkin puree, dried cranberries, and apple cider, it will keep full all morning long | wearenotmartha.com
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    1. Jeannie Tay says

      October 22, 2013 at 1:32 am

      Hi Sues, I think I should eat more of this wonderful looking muesli, a healthy breakfast for a change:P Been eating too much cakes and instant noodles for breakfast!

    2. Erica says

      October 22, 2013 at 6:53 am

      Pumpkin everything!!! This looks amazing. And I'm so with you on thinking about coffee at 3 πŸ™‚

    3. Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says

      October 22, 2013 at 9:09 am

      i got through breakfast food phases too, where I obsess about one thing and then get tired of it, then re-discover it again after a few months. This looks delicious and worthy of another breakfast phase for me!

    4. Kelly Senyei | Just a Taste says

      October 22, 2013 at 9:57 am

      I am always on the hunt for new takes on muesli and can't wait to try this pumpkin-inspired version! Yum!

    5. Gia Grossman says

      October 22, 2013 at 5:03 pm

      I really like the sound of this and that it would keep me nice and full all morning long!

    6. Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says

      October 22, 2013 at 6:36 pm

      I have never had muesli before but I can't wait to give this recipe a try!

    7. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

      October 22, 2013 at 9:39 pm

      This is a perfect breakfast to wake up to! Loving the pumpkin.. definitely will make next week to get into the spirit even more!

    8. Megan says

      October 22, 2013 at 9:41 pm

      I'm the same! Can't get up in the morning, need a nap at 2 pm, but can't fall asleep at night. This muesli would be perfect to wake up to.

    9. Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef says

      October 22, 2013 at 10:17 pm

      i wish i could give you some of what i have! i just moved to nashville so i'm now on central time. let me tell you...this whole getting dark at 6:30 thing is throwing me off. i am struggling to keep awake at 9 pm. my husband teases me but seriously...so annoying! and i'm wide awake at 6 am. gahhh. this breakfast looks awesome! can't wait to try it!

    10. Betty says

      October 22, 2013 at 10:18 pm

      I need to take the time to treat myself with a yummy breakfast like this one! πŸ™‚

    11. Shannon says

      October 22, 2013 at 10:39 pm

      Definitely a great way to mix it up! YUM πŸ™‚

    12. Kitchen Belleicious says

      October 22, 2013 at 10:42 pm

      i want a whole handful!

    13. lena says

      October 23, 2013 at 12:54 pm

      hi sue, i can relate to what you wrote about sleep..and that's what i am exactly doing now..it's almost 1am here..i can infact go to sleep much earlier but it has become a habit..well..not a very healthy one tho....so a healthy breakfast like having a pumpkin muesli would be great to start off any day!

    14. Pam says

      October 23, 2013 at 1:44 pm

      What a great meal to wake up to. It looks wonderful.

    15. Meghan says

      October 23, 2013 at 8:30 pm

      I am so making this! I am the same way, always tired, hence the 4:00 black coffee today. The early darkness is NOT helping!

    16. Asmita says

      October 25, 2013 at 8:15 am

      This looks wonderful! So healthy and delicious!

    17. LisaR. says

      October 25, 2013 at 8:32 am

      I want to make this soo bad! I'll have to make it on the weekend as I don't have much time with a little one at home... so I keep breakfast real simple: Muffins on Mondays...Waffles on Wednesdays, etc. Thanks for sharing such fantastic food pics! : )

    18. Ashley Bee (Quarter Life Crisis Cuisine) says

      October 25, 2013 at 9:20 am

      I just bought a gluten free museli mix, this looks like an awesome way to use it!

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