Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

This just hits the spot for me these days...hopefully you will enjoy it too!

Here's what you need...(forgot to put the coconut oil in the picture...you need that too!)

Preheat oven to 375.

Mash half a banana in a bowl, add a splash of vanilla, 1 tsp coconut oil, half a scoop of protein powder, a heaping spoonful (or two) of canned pumpkin, cinnamon to taste (or pumpkin pie spice) and about 1/4 c. egg whites.

Mix it all up and dump in 1/2 c of dry oatmeal, stir and if you want sprinkle in some raisins.

Transfer to a ramekin cup or small baking dish that has been sprayed with PAM, or if you prefer rub with coconut oil.

Bake for 17 min.

Here is the finished product.

The pumpkin keeps it so soft!

I like to break it up a bit and add a splash of almond milk....

...pair it with a steaming cup of coffee or tea...oh I can hardly wait for morning!

***NOTE***
If you omit the pumpkin it bakes up just like a giant muffin. Slice it in half and top with a natural nut butter. I have also added blueberries or raspberries to this version and it's delicious!

Enjoy!

Toby

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