Microwave Egg Oatmeal – Pair eggs and oatmeal for an easy way to add some extra protein to your breakfast. Follow this recipe to learn how to cook oatmeal with an egg!
*Originally published 12/2015. Updated 11/2024*
Hi Friends!
This recipe for microwave oatmeal with egg is a must-try! I’ve been making it for over six years. I’m a big fan of oatmeal in the morning. Oats + fruit + nut butter = a great start to my day.
I also focus a lot on making sure I get a good amount of protein at breakfast and oatmeal plus egg seemed like a great way to do that. Oats are a whole grain and full of fiber but I often get hungry quickly if I don’t add healthy fat to my oatmeal or pair it with protein.
Oatmeal with Egg
Have you ever tried an egg in oatmeal?
I’ve always been a microwave oatmeal kinda girl. I don’t have the patience for cooking it on the stovetop. And this is a quick easy way to add some extra protein to your oatmeal.
You can use egg white or a whole egg based on your preference. Oatmeal and eggs make the perfect pair. Even my kids think so. Watch this quick video to see me making their oatmeal.
Microwave Egg Oatmeal
Why pair oatmeal with egg?
Oats are a great way to add whole grains to your diet. However, some people find themselves hungry shortly after eating just a bowl of plain oatmeal.
I like to add nut butter for healthy fats and use cow’s milk for protein but many people with dairy sensitivities may prefer to use a plant-based milk like almond milk which is lower in protein. Adding an egg white can help add a few extra grams of protein and give your oatmeal more staying power.
Oatmeal with Eggs Ingredients:
The best thing about this breakfast is it can be totally customized to your liking. The base ingredients are:
- Oats- I like quick oats because my kids like the texture better but you can also use rolled oats.
- Milk – You can use cow’s milk or any alternative milk you like – almond, soy, etc.
- Egg white- I prefer using just the white but you can also do this with a whole egg – it’s just a bit more noticeable.
- Fruit- This is optional but I love mixing in chopped apples, diced pears, peaches, strawberries etc. Frozen wild blueberries are also great to mix in after you microwave to help cool the oatmeal down.
- Nut butter – This is an easy way to add some healthy fats and help boost the satiety of the oatmeal. You can mix it in before microwaving or stir it in afterward.
- Chocolate chips – Who doesn’t love a little extra sweetness?!
How To Make Egg White Oatmeal:
So here’s what you do:
- Put oats, milk, chopped fruit and an egg/egg white in a bowl and mix it up.
- Stick it in the microwave.
- Stop and stir.
- Cook a little more.
- Stir in some nut butter.
- Top with cinnamon and a few chocolate chips.
And bam! Breakfast is ready in under 5 minutes.
Microwave Eggs and Oatmeal Recipe
Here’s the actual recipe I use. You can adjust the quantities of oats, milk and egg to your liking:
PrintHow To Cook Oatmeal With An Egg
Learn how to cook oatmeal with an egg – an easy way to add some extra protein to breakfast!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: serves 1
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg white or egg
- 1/4 cup chopped fruit (optional)
- optional toppings: cinnamon, nut butter, seeds, chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine oats, milk, egg/egg white and fruit (if using) in a bowl and mix well.
- Microwave for 45 seconds.
- Stir well.
- Microwave another 30-60 seconds.
- Top as desired and serve warm.
Feel free to use the whole egg or just egg white(s). My kids find the whole egg to be more noticeable so just prefer egg white.
Egg White Oatmeal Recipe FAQs
What type of oats should I use?
For this recipe you can use instant oats or rolled oats. This recipe will not work with steel cuts oats.
Can I use the whole egg?
You’re welcome to try this recipe with the whole egg. My kids find that it makes the egg much more noticeable because it doesn’t blend in as well as just the egg white but I’ve heard from people who prefer the whole egg.
You can also try buying liquid egg whites in a carton instead of separating a whole egg.
How long do you cook microwave oatmeal with egg?
Cooking time can also vary based on your preference. Some people like their oatmeal to be a bit more creamy and liquidy. Some like it cooked more so it’s thicker and fluffier.
What are the benefits of adding egg to oatmeal?
Adding egg to oatmeal is an easy way to add a few grams of protein without making a super noticeable change to the breakfast you enjoy. It will help give your oatmeal more staying power and keep you fuller longer.
What fruit is best in egg white oatmeal?
Most fruit works well in this recipe. Naturally soft fruits like berries, peaches and pears are great. If you’re using something a little firmer like apples, be sure to chop them into small pieces so they can cook quickly.
What about oatmeal egg pancakes?
If you’re looking for a different breakfast option, oatmeal egg pancakes can be great. Here are a few recipes to try:
Healthy Recipes with Oats
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Enjoy!
–Lindsay–
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I typically throw half a scoop of vanilla protein powder in my oatmeal for some extra protein!
Love this! I’m all about the protein at breakfast 🙂 I’ve been playing with this for a while (I use egg whites), it’s definitely tricky to get the ratio right. Looks delish!
yep! took a couple tries!
I still haven’t tried this combo, although I have thrown an egg on top of my oatmeal but I typically choose one or the other. I love how fast this is!
This is just about my favorite way to eat oats! Egg white oatmeal was my breakfast for YEARS
Great tip! I’ve always wanted to try eggs in my oatmeal, but was kinda scared to wing it. Definitely will be trying this, thanks Lindsay!
haha i know the feeling. finally i just went for it!
This is awesome! My hubby is on a high protein diet so we’re always looking for ways he can get in more protein and he sure loves his oatmeal! 🙂
awesome! it’s a great combo!
I love making baked oatmeal using eggs, but never thought to use it with runny oatmeal! Fun! Also, love the new design of your site!
thanks Jessica!
Yummy! I make oatmeal with eggs/egg whitse all the time, but only in a pan.. going to try this in the microwave for sure!
hope it works for you! so quick and easy!
So easy! I can’t have my daily bowl of oatmeal without a banana on top!
yum! I’ve made oatmeal stove top with an egg before and it tasted great, not eggy at all, Never in the microwave, but I will have to try this way too!
yay! hope it works just as well!
Awesome idea! I’ve never thought to add an egg to oatmeal, can’t wait to try this one!
hope you love it!
I’ve been looking for a post like this!!! I was trying to cook egg whites in my oats and I had the ratios wrong so it totally just exploded all over my microwave haha. I’m definitely going to give this recipe a try!
let me know what you think!
Lindsey, this is such a great tip–I do it almost daily, but have never shared HOW to do it! Great thinking!
thank you!!
This is an interesting idea! I am always trying to get my daughter to eat more protein for breakfast. We usually eat oats raw with milk around here, but I am going to give this a try this week. I can’t wait to see what this tastes like:)
hope it’s a hit!
Yum! I used to throw a fried egg on top and my friends thought I was so weird. I do egg whites, too! I also add frozen spinach to my oats. I prefer savory oats, plus I get some greens!
i haven’t tried savory yet!
You are my hero! I was literally just talking with a client about adding eggs to oatmeal for extra protein but since I have only made them on the stove, I wasn’t sure how well they would turn out in the microwave. So excited to share this with her. Thanks, Lindsay!
woohoo! hoope they enjoy!
In full disclosure, I read this thinking you were a little crazy to add an egg…and then cinnamon, nut butter, and chocolate chips. That’s not something I would have ever considered combining with my oatmeal/egg, but I made it (any way) this morning and holy cow, I loved it all!! So crazy how this combo goes together, but it really does.
I didn’t do the chocolate, but did a drop of On Guard EO to the mix, and it was so good. Egg and oatmeal..who knew?
Thanks for giving me a new breakfast idea!!
yay! so glad you liked it!
That’s genius! I love an egg on top of my oatmeal sometimes but never thought to mix the egg in with it. what if I did this on the stove…suggestions?!
Great blog! Adding an egg is a great way to add extra protein to your breakfast! If you prefer not to cook it in the oven simple boil a pot of water. Place the oats, egg and cinnamon in a plastic bag. Let the ingredients sit for a few minutes until cooked.
I just eat oatmeal and milk for breakfast. Oatmeal and egg will be a great breakfast for me. I’ll try your receipt.
This has became my favorite breakfast. I used to have oatmeal with yogurt and fruit and 2 hours later I was hungry again. But this keeps me filled even for 4 hours! You can use any milk (I use soy). And today I made it at a piña-colada style, with fresh pineapple, coconut milk and topping with coconut. It’s a really versatile recipe. Thanks for sharing ♥
Can you also put the oatmeal in a pan?
like cook it on the stove? I’d say so…just stir frequently
This is really good! eating mine now with a few dates and walnuts! 🙂
How do you know if the egg is fully cooked? I cook my oatmeal in the microwave on high for 3 minutes, stopping halfway through to stir. Since the egg is all mixed in with the oats, water, fruit, etc, how can I be sure that the egg is cooked enough? I want to be sure that I’m not eating any traces of raw egg, for food safety reasons.
I appreciate your sharing your thoughts about this.
in my experience it only takes about 90 seconds to cook an egg fully in the microwave but if you’re worried you could just make a scrambled egg on the stove and mix it into your oatmeal.
This is excellent. Thank you very much for the recipe. I didn’t follow it exactly, but it turned out great. This is my new favorite cold-weather cereal.
I’ll never make oatmeal another way ever again. This was so much better than plain oatmeal.
so glad to hear it!
Tasted more savory to me, so I just went with that and added salt and pepper. It was really good!
just made this with the half egg i had left from baking, and used half a cup of oats instead! it worked! i couldnt taste the egg at all!!
I want to ask you if steel cut oats will do or which oats is used for this recipe?
quick oats or rolled oats
Not a huge fan. Maybe next time I’ll try it with just egg white. There was a ton of water from something that I had to pour off a couple times and it was just mush.
Really easy and delicious!! Gonna try this week!
Ever taste vanilla ice cream on your oatmeal??? My husband really likes this!
I was skeptical also about the taste of eggs in my oatmeal but it turned out great- creamy and eggy!! Will be adding egg from now on!!
I followed the recipe exactly and used one whole egg with a little salt and some salsa. Delicious!
I find it seems a bit creamier with the egg whites. I like having that protein in the oatmeal. Sometimes I do a savoury Oatmeal and that’s good too. My mother used to fry up cold oatmeal for the next day and we would fry up a runny egg to have on top.
Thank you – I am currently trying to eat lower carbs but sometimes I just have to have my porridge. Thought this morning that I could add an egg to my mixture – then found your recipe – I tried it, I use a little less milk and also some water. Topped with almond butter and banana – brilliant. Now just more protein and no carbs for the rest of the day:-)!!!
The timing is wildly off and useless. 45 seconds for… what? The egg to warm up? Literally nothing happens and it’s goo still. It takes over 2 minutes to cook an egg in the microwave.
Hi there- the directions say to cook 45 seconds, then stir, then another 30-60 seconds. Hope that helps!