1.Add the almond milk, rolled oats, dates, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, and salt into your pot. Heat on medium-high heat until bubbling, then reduce the heat to low and let cook until the oatmeal has thickened and the oats are soft but still have some bite. Quick note, I like cooking the dates into the oatmeal for two reasons: they naturally sweeten the oats and add a subtle caramel flavor.
2.Once the oatmeal is done, cover the pot with a lid and let the oatmeal sit for anywhere between 5-10 minutes. This is my secret for getting super creamy oatmeal with the perfect texture. Then pop the oatmeal into a bowl, cover with a drizzle of cold milk and maple syrup, and an extra sprinkle of pumpkin spice.