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    MJ & Hungryman ยป Baby/Kid-Friendly Recipes ยป 2 Minute Egg Oatmeal (4 Ways)

    2 Minute Egg Oatmeal (4 Ways)

    By Min On January 31, 2021, Updated February 11, 2022

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    These microwave egg oatmeals for babies, toddlers, kids, (and adults!) are SUPER easy to make and come together in 2 minutes! Enjoy as a filling protein and fiber-rich breakfast or snack.

    I love overnight oats and chia puddings, but lately Iโ€™ve been having a hard time planning ahead. That's where these microwave oatmeals with egg come in.

    While I love making oatmeal on the stovetop, when Iโ€™m pressed for time or just too exhausted (which has been more days than not lately), I turn to my good olโ€™ microwave. 

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    • Egg oatmeal for babies and toddlers
    • Ingredients
    • Microwave Oatmeal
    • Tips for success
    • How to cook oatmeal on the stove top
    • How to serve oatmeal to babies and toddlers
    • How to store leftovers
    • 2 minute Oatmeal variations to try
    • More breakfast ideas for babies and toddlers
    • 2 minute egg oatmeal

    Egg oatmeal for babies and toddlers

    From the survey I sent out earlier, I learned that many parents struggle with thinking of healthy breakfast ideas for babies. You ask, I deliver!

    Eggs and oatmeal are two iconic breakfast items. Rather than cooking them separately, combine together in one bowl for a nutritious and filling way to start the day.

    Here's a post on the benefits of eggs for babies as well as EASY ways to incorporate them into their meals.

    Adding in an egg will also make the bowl of oats more fluffy, creamy, and filling! SOOO good.

    The beauty of oatmeal is that thanks to its neutral taste, you can dress it up however you fancy! It's such an easy way to add variety to your child's meals. Keep reading for some ideas to help you get started.

    If your child doesnโ€™t like eggs (yet!), this is a great way to incorporate this super nutritious ingredient into their diet. You canโ€™t even taste it.

    However, I highly recommend that you continue offering eggs in their recognizable form for exposure!

    Also check out - Homemade Baby Oatmeal with vegetables!

    Ingredients

    all the ingredients placed on a wooden board

    Rolled oats - Itโ€™s versatile and delivers the perfect texture for this application, but you can use quick-cooking. The cooking time will vary and youโ€™ll need to adjust the amount of liquid as well. I donโ€™t recommend using steel cut oats as it will take too long to cook.

    Milk - can use breastmilk, formula, dairy, or non-dairy alternatives. I especially love full-fat coconut milk for these oatmeals. Here's a super in-depth post on the best milk for toddlers.

    Egg - be sure to whisk well before stirring in with other ingredients

    Chia seeds - optional but highly recommend for an extra boost of omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and fiber. It's also great for constipation.

    6 Single Serving Chia Puddings

    Microwave Oatmeal

    This is a general guideline as cooking time will vary depending on the strength of your microwave

    • quick cooking oats: Cook on high for 1.5-2 minutes
    • Rolled/ Old fashioned oats: Cook on high for 2-3 minutes
    • Steel cut oats: not recommended

    Tips for success

    • When it comes to add-ins, feel free to top it with whatever youโ€™d like.
    • If youโ€™d like to add a bit of sweetness to your oatmeal, try drizzling in some honey (if over one year of age), real maple syrup, or date syrup.
    • You can use water, but if you like your oatmeal thick and creamy, use milk! Itโ€™s also a great way to boost protein and fat intake.
    • If you have a younger baby and doing smoother texture or purees, you can use quick cooking oats. 
    • Use a large container (I like to use a mug) so the oatmeal doesnโ€™t bubble over. You may find this article helpful.
    • Stir after 90 seconds and place back in microwave. Cook until you reach desired consistency. Stir again and let it cool.

    How to cook oatmeal on the stove top

    If you don't have a microwave or looking for a different cooking method:

    Heat milk or water in a pot and once it simmers, pour the oats in. Cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 5-7 minutes. Add in one well-whisked egg, stirring vigorously. Add in the extra ingredients as suggested in these recipes.

    You can see step-by-step instructions in my vegetable oatmeal post.

    How to serve oatmeal to babies and toddlers

    The oatmeal will be super hot when it comes out of the microwave. Be sure to allow the oats to cool completely before serving.

    Offer utensils early and often, but if your child would rather go all in with their hands, then let them get messy! Exploration is such an important part of learning to self-feed.

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    You can also shape into balls or fingers to make it easier to eat for younger babies.

    Experiment with toppings and add-ins! Have fun by putting out different options and let your child pick and create their own delicious bowl. What an effortless way to incorporate more variety into your child's diet, which is the name of the game.

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    How to store leftovers

    Transfer to an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    When ready to eat, microwave or take it out of the fridge and let it come to room temperature. It will firm up so you can stir in water or milk (a great time to add breastmilk/formula) to thin it out a bit.

    2 minute Oatmeal variations to try

    When it comes to toppings, oatmeal is the ultimate blank canvas! Feel free to customize this hearty breakfast with whatever you fancy.  

    Here are some easy ideas to help get you started! I canโ€™t wait to hear about what you come up with! Do share in the comment section below so we can swap ideas!

    Peanut Butter Banana

    peanut butter banana oatmeal in a white mug with a toddler hand scooping with a spoon

    Such an iconic combination! Feel free to swap peanut butter with other nut butter or seed butter.

    Zucchini Bread

    zucchini bread oatmeal in a white mug with shredded zucchini in the background

    You can add the zucchini prior to cooking if you desire a mushier, wetter oatmeal. I personally recommend stirring it in after.

    As for the almonds, finely grind for younger babies. You can finely chop when they've had more experience with chewing.

    Pumpkin Pie

    pumpkin pie oatmeal in a white mug

    This one's especially creamy! Since the current recommendation for babies is to avoid added sugar until 2, I didn't add any sweetener to the base recipe. You can certainly drizzle in some maple syrup or honey (for over 1 years of age) before serving, if you wish.

    Carrot Cake

    carrot cake egg oatmeal in a white mug with toddler's hand scooping it with a spoon

    This recipe is not very sweet, so again if you want, you can add some sweeteners at the end. However, I recommend serving without it first.

    More breakfast ideas for babies and toddlers

    • Zucchini Bread Breakfast Cookies
    • Beef Vegetable Rice Porridge
    • Beetroot Curry Oatmeal
    • Toast toppings
    • Baby muffins
    • 3 ingredient banana cookies
    • Savory baked oatmeal with vegetables
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    2 minute egg oatmeal

    These microwave egg oatmeals for babies, toddlers, kids, (and adults!) are SUPER easy to make and come together in 2 minutes! Enjoy as a filling protein and fiber-rich breakfast or snack.
    5 from 24 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 2 minutes
    Total Time: 7 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Author: Min | MJ and Hungryman

    Equipment

    • Oats

    Ingredients

    Basic Recipe

    • ยฝ cup (50g) rolled oats
    • โ…” cups breastmilk/formula, dairy, or non-dairy alternative
    • 1 medium egg, well whisked
    • 1 teaspoon chia or flax seeds (optional but highly recommended)
    • Optional: pure maple syrup, date syrup, or honey (if over 1 years of age)

    Instructions

    • In a microwave-safe bowl or mug, mix the basic ingredients + additional add-ins (see below for some ideas to help get you started)
    • microwave on high for 1 ยฝ min, stir, and microwave for another 30-45 seconds, until desired consistency is achieved.
    • Add the stir-ins. Feel free to add any other desired toppings like extra milk, yogurt, nut butter, seeds, fruit, etc.

    Notes

    Flavor Combinations:
    Peanut butter and banana
    • ยฝ medium banana, mashed
    • ยฝ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Stir-ins: peanut butter, banana
    Zucchini bread:
    • ยฝ medium banana, mashed
    • ยฝ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Stir-ins: โ…“ cup (about 45g) grated zucchini and finely ground or chopped (for toddlers) almonds
    Pumpkin pie:
    • โ…“ cup (80g) pumpkin puree
    • ยฝ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ยผ teaspoon nutmeg
    • Stir-ins: finely chopped or ground pecans, maple syrup (optional)
    Carrot cake:
    • โ…“ cup (about 30g)ย  grated carrots
    • ยฝ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Stir-ins: unsweetened shredded coconut, more carrots if desired, finely ground or chopped walnuts
    Helpful tips:
    • When it comes to add-ins, feel free to top it with whatever youโ€™d like.
    • If youโ€™d like to add a bit of sweetness to your oatmeal, try drizzling in some honey (if over one year of age), real maple syrup, or date syrup
    • You can certainly add more milk if you like your oats looser, more porridge-like.
    • You can use water, but if you like your oatmeal thick and creamy, use milk! Itโ€™s also a great way to boost protein and fat intake. You can also use breastmilk
    • If you have a younger baby and doing smoother texture or purees, you can use quick cooking oats.ย 
    • Use a large microwave-safe container (I like to use a mug) so the oatmeal doesnโ€™t bubble over.
    Can store any untouched leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 5g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course breakfast, snack
    Cuisine American
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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, Iโ€™m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    Comments

    1. Alyssa says

      December 15, 2022 at 9:43 am

      How long does it last in the refrigerator after being made with breast milk?

      Reply
      • Min says

        December 16, 2022 at 7:22 pm

        up to 2 days!

        Reply
    2. Christa says

      November 08, 2022 at 11:40 am

      Hi min, how much peanut butter do you recommend adding in with the banana? There isnโ€™t a measurement.

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 09, 2022 at 12:24 pm

        You can add up to 1 tablespoon, depending on your preference ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    3. Rowena says

      August 31, 2022 at 5:19 am

      Is it ok to store for 3 days if using formula to make? I thought formua could only be stored in fridge for 24 hours? Thanks

      Reply
      • Min says

        September 01, 2022 at 11:53 am

        I would make the oatmeal with milk or water and stir in the formula at the end to the portion you're going to serve.

        Reply
    4. Melissa says

      July 31, 2022 at 7:05 pm

      Hi, Iโ€™ve read before that breastmilk should not be microwaved or heated up on a stovetop because it can โ€œkillโ€ the breastmilk of its good properties. For the recipe it states breast milk can be used as milk of choice. So is it ok to heat up breast milk using microwave or stovetop method? Thanks Iโ€™m advance for your response!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 31, 2022 at 9:17 pm

        Hi! it's true that heat will break down those beneficial enzymes. However, breast milk still provides incredible nutritional value. So if you have extra milk, you can use it to cook with. You can also use milk and stir the breastmilk into the oatmeal once it's cooked and cooled.

        Reply
    5. Diane says

      March 05, 2022 at 12:42 pm

      5 stars
      So ive been making this all week for my own breakfast and it's easy and versatile. It's Saturday so as a treat I just made a savoury version with shredded cheese, everything bagel seasoning topped with bacon bits. Oh my! Thanks for creating this recipe/method!

      Reply
      • Min says

        March 05, 2022 at 3:29 pm

        OOH will definitely have to try that combo! I do savory quite a bit but haven't added bacon and everything bagel seasoning!

        Reply
    6. Melinda says

      February 03, 2022 at 10:58 am

      5 stars
      Best consistency I've found for baby oatmeal! Thank you! I love the addition of an egg.

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 03, 2022 at 12:57 pm

        And so easy to make too, right? ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    7. Amy says

      November 17, 2021 at 7:09 pm

      5 stars
      I make the peanut butter and banana or pumpkin one at least twice a week. I end up making half of the recipe which lasts my 13 month old two days. Delicious!

      Reply
    8. Wive says

      November 15, 2021 at 11:13 pm

      5 stars
      I make this for myself at least once a week ! My kids likes it too but i like it most!

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 16, 2021 at 6:52 am

        Love it!

        Reply
    9. Esther C says

      November 11, 2021 at 1:59 am

      5 stars
      Love this recipe

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 11, 2021 at 10:24 am

        So glad!

        Reply
    10. Esther C says

      November 11, 2021 at 1:59 am

      5 stars
      Love this quick and easy recipe!!

      Reply
    11. Dora Bozga says

      November 10, 2021 at 3:20 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy, and felt full all day after eating it!

      Reply
    12. Emily says

      November 10, 2021 at 11:45 am

      5 stars
      This was my daughter's favorite thing when we first started baby-led weaning. She still loves it at 15 months old. Easy to make, delicious to eat, and refrigerates and heats up well! I also made too much one time and ended up baking it and making cookies, which were delicious!

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 10, 2021 at 1:19 pm

        OOH! Love the idea of making them into cookies! At what temp and how long did you bake? Will need to try!

        Reply
    13. Promise Mathew says

      October 11, 2021 at 11:28 am

      When I made this in the microwave I wasn't sure if my eggs actually cooked. I used baby oatmeal cereal instead of the whole oats. Are the eggs supposed to look clumpy? Should I microwave the eggs separately or should I microwave the whole mix for longer? Thanks

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 11, 2021 at 8:37 pm

        Did you microwave for about a minute and half, STIR well, and then microwave for additional 30 seconds?

        Reply
    14. Megan says

      October 01, 2021 at 4:18 pm

      My baby loves this oatmeal! How many days can it be stored in the refrigerator though?

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 02, 2021 at 10:01 pm

        up to 3 days

        Reply
    15. Delphine says

      August 17, 2021 at 9:36 pm

      Can I store this in the freezer? My baby loves it and Iโ€™m thinking if I can make more at once.

      Reply
    16. Ana says

      July 31, 2021 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      I would love to try these recipes with my baby. I just have a question. She is almost 9 months can I use coconut milk to make her meals or should I wait until she turns 1?

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 31, 2021 at 8:40 pm

        You can! Be sure to use unsweetened full fat

        Reply
    17. Mike Zielonka says

      July 19, 2021 at 3:52 pm

      5 stars
      Honestly, I'd eat this as an adult human. IDK anyone that wouldn't! So good!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 19, 2021 at 5:24 pm

        haha! yes!!

        Reply
    18. Christina says

      February 20, 2021 at 12:09 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely enjoy making microwave oatmeal for my almost 15 month old! He loves it ! And super easy to make!! ๐Ÿ˜ thank you!

      Reply
    19. Amanda says

      February 20, 2021 at 7:24 am

      Do you cook the eggs on stovetop then add?

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 26, 2021 at 12:20 pm

        Heat milk or water on the stove and once it simmers, pour the oats in. Slowly add in one well-whisked egg a little bit at a time, stirring well. Add in the extra ingredients as suggested in these recipes. Once all of the egg is incorporated, continuing stirring the oatmeal until light and fluffy.

        Reply
    20. Rosa says

      February 16, 2021 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      My lo loves the banana oatmeal. It's so moist and perfect for a quick and filling lunch. Thank you so much for these!

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 17, 2021 at 6:15 am

        Yay!! so glad to hear! Will be sharing savory versions soon ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    21. Marina says

      February 16, 2021 at 1:05 am

      5 stars
      I add in a tbsp of unsalted butter to the recipe and it taste really delicous! Thanks for this recipe๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 17, 2021 at 6:15 am

        Love it!

        Reply
    22. Margaret says

      February 15, 2021 at 3:40 pm

      My little guy is in feeding therapy and does well with oatmeal, but still has an aversion to eggs. This looks like an awesome way to incorporate eggs into his diet! My question: If you won't use the full recipe in one sitting (we're working on volume), can the leftovers be refrigerated and used the next day? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 17, 2021 at 6:17 am

        Yes but I would add more liquid as it will firm up a lot upon refrigeration

        Reply
    23. Meaghan says

      February 07, 2021 at 12:25 pm

      Love this! Do you think I can store leftover in the fridge?

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 07, 2021 at 3:19 pm

        Yes! It will get clumpier so you can add more liquid before serving

        Reply
    24. Danica says

      February 03, 2021 at 8:50 pm

      How do you cook the zucchini before mixing it?

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 04, 2021 at 3:42 pm

        No need to cook it. Simply grate and add it in.

        Reply
    25. Kelly says

      January 31, 2021 at 10:05 pm

      This is a great idea to add egg into the oatmeal! Question about chia seeds; do you soak them in water/milk before adding? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 01, 2021 at 6:21 am

        No need! Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    26. Mairin says

      January 31, 2021 at 1:36 pm

      Could you bake this instead? My baby does not tolerate cooked egg, but can handle it baked. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 01, 2021 at 7:19 pm

        HI! I haven't tried but I imagine it will work!

        Reply

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