Microwave Egg White Oatmeal
Microwave Egg White Oatmeal is a quick and easy breakfast that’s packed with protein and makes the fluffiest bowl of oatmeal you’ll ever make! This fiber-filled breakfast is a great way to start your day!
Gluten free option, Nut Free, Dairy free option, Soy free
For years, I’ve been meaning to record, measure and share this recipe. In college I learned that you could add egg whites to a bowl of oatmeal to boost the protein and make it super fluffy, and that’s how I’ve been making my oatmeal ever since!
But somehow I’ve never shared it with you… until today, that is!
This Microwave Egg White Oatmeal is…
- The FLUFFIEST bowl of oats you’ll ever eat
- Easy to make in just 10 minutes
- Serves one (but you can double, triple, repeat, etc.)
- High protein and high fiber to keep you FULL
- DELISH!!
Ingredients to Make Microwave Egg White Oatmeal
If you regularly go food shopping, you probably have all of the ingredients you need to make this fluffy AF bowl of oatmeal, including…
- Oats
- Chia seeds
- Cinnamon
- Collagen or protein powder
- Egg whites
- Banana
- Toppings of your choosing
Are OATS “bad” for you?
One of the reasons i felt so strongly about sharing this recipe now is because I’ve seen a lot of confusion around the internet about oats…
- Oats have phytic acid, which makes it difficult for you to absorb other nutrients
- They’re not indigenous to our people
- They’re too high in carbs
Well, let me clear this up… NONE of these statements are true!
Oats are a whole grain and super nutritious. Just one-half cup of oats contains:
- 4 grams of fiber (>10% of your daily needs)
- 5 grams of protein
- NO added sugar
- NO cholesterol or sodium
Most Americans don’t eat enough fiber, and having this bowl of protein oatmeal in the morning helps you meet your daily fiber needs.
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need to Make This Recipe
You only need a couple of kitchen tools to make this recipe…
How to Make Microwave Egg White Oatmeal
Microwave Egg White Oatmeal is SO easy to make! This recipe makes one serving, but you can double it. If you double the recipe, cooking time will vary.
First, mix together the oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon in a breakfast bowl that’s microwave-safe. Add 1/2 cup of water or milk. If you use milk it will boost the protein even more! Microwave for 2 minutes.
Remove from the microwave, and mix in the egg whites until combined. Then return to the microwave for another 2 minutes to cook the egg whites.
With a new spoon, mix in the mashed banana and microwave once more for 1-2 minutes. I like to have my oatmeal firmer, but if you prefer mushier oatmeal, add in additional liquid too.
Now is the fun part to add more flavor with toppings.
What toppings should you add?
My favorite toppings are:
- Berries (fresh or frozen – the frozen ones will get all melty from the warm oats)
- Any fruit
- Mini dark chocolate chips
- Additional sliced banana
- Nuts or seeds
- Nut or seed butter
- Shredded coconut
Other High Protein Breakfast Recipes to Try…
- High Protein Baked Oatmeal
- 3-Ingredient Baked Frittata
- Cottage Cheese Pancakes
- Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
- Green Protein Breakfast Muffins
Microwave Egg White Oatmeal
Microwave Egg White Oatmeal is a quick and easy breakfast that’s packed with protein and makes the fluffiest bowl of oatmeal you’ll ever make! This fiber-filled breakfast is a great way to start your day!
Gluten free option, Nut Free, Dairy free option, Soy free
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 scoops collagen (I used Vital Proteins collagen) or other protein powder
- 1/2 + cup water or milk
- 2 large egg whites
- ½ mashed banana
- Toppings: fruit, nut/seed butter, seeds or nuts
Instructions
- In a small microwave-safe bowl mix together oats, chia seeds, cinnamon and protein powder. Add ½ cup water or milk and microwave for 2 minutes.
- Add 2 egg whites, and mix to combine. Microwave for another 2 minutes to cook the egg whites.
- Mix in mashed banana and microwave for another 1 minute. If you prefer mushier oats, add additional liquid (1/4 cup to start) while you mix in the banana.
- Add toppings and enjoy!
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