These nutritious microwave egg oatmeals for babies and kids (and you!) are SUPER easy to make and come together in minutes! Enjoy as a filling protein and fiber-rich breakfast or snack.
I love overnight oats and chia puddings, but lately I’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 I’m pressed for time or just too exhausted (which has been more days than not lately), I turn to my good ol’ microwave.
Why add eggs to oatmeal
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.
I’ve also included additional vegetable baby oatmeal ideas.
If your child doesn’t like eggs (yet!), this is a great way to incorporate this super nutritious ingredient into their diet. You can’t even taste it.
However, I highly recommend that you continue offering eggs in their recognizable form for exposure!
Ingredients
Oats – rolled oats bc it’s versatile and delivers the perfect texture for this application, but you can use quick-cooking. The cooking time will vary and you’ll need to adjust the amount of liquid as well. I don’t recommend using steel cut oats as it will take too long to cook.
Milk – can use breastmilk, 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.
How long to cook in the microwave
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 making the perfect microwave oatmeal
- When it comes to add-ins, feel free to top it with whatever you’d like.
- If you’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.
- Ratio of oats to milk for oatmeal – 1:1. You can certainly add more if you like your oats looser, more porridge-like.
- You can use water, but if you like your oatmeal thick and creamy, use milk! It’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 doesn’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 serve 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.
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.
4 Oatmeals for Babies
Peanut Butter Banana
Such an iconic combination! Feel free to swap peanut butter with other nut butter or seed butter.
Zucchini Bread
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
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
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.
Feel free to add more carrots.
More baby breakfast ideas
- Zucchini Bread Breakfast Cookies
- Beetroot Curry Oatmeal
- Toast toppings
- Baby muffins
- 3 ingredient banana cookies
Looking for more baby-friendly recipes that the entire family can enjoy? My cookbooks are packed with quick and easy, veggie-forward, freezer-friendly recipes!
Recipe
Microwave egg oatmeals for babies
Ingredients
Basic Recipe
- 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup breastmilk, dairy, or non-dairy alternative
- 1 medium egg, 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)
Peanut Butter Banana
- 1/2 medium banana, mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Stir-ins: peanut butter, banana
Zucchini Bread
- 1/2 medium banana, mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Stir-ins: 1/3 cup (about 45g) grated zucchini and finely ground or chopped almonds
Carrot Cake
- 1/3 cup (about 30g) grated carrots
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Stir-ins: unsweetened shredded coconut, more carrots if desired, finely ground or chopped walnuts
Pumpkin pie
- 1/3 cup (80g) pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Stir ins: finely chopped or ground pecans, maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl or mug, mix the basic ingredients + the recipe specific ones (minus the stir-ins).
- microwave on high for 1 1/2 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.
To cook over the stovetop
- 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.
Notes
- When it comes to add-ins, feel free to top it with whatever you’d like.
- If you’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
- Ratio of oats to milk for oatmeal – 1:1. You can certainly add more if you like your oats looser, more porridge-like.
- You can use water, but if you like your oatmeal thick and creamy, use milk! It’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.
- Use a large microwave-safe container (I like to use a mug) so the oatmeal doesn’t bubble over.
Could you bake this instead? My baby does not tolerate cooked egg, but can handle it baked. Thanks!
HI! I haven’t tried but I imagine it will work!
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!
No need! Hope you enjoy!
How do you cook the zucchini before mixing it?
No need to cook it. Simply grate and add it in.
Love this! Do you think I can store leftover in the fridge?
Yes! It will get clumpier so you can add more liquid before serving
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!
Yes but I would add more liquid as it will firm up a lot upon refrigeration
I add in a tbsp of unsalted butter to the recipe and it taste really delicous! Thanks for this recipe😉
Love it!
My lo loves the banana oatmeal. It’s so moist and perfect for a quick and filling lunch. Thank you so much for these!
Yay!! so glad to hear! Will be sharing savory versions soon 😉
Do you cook the eggs on stovetop then add?
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.
Absolutely enjoy making microwave oatmeal for my almost 15 month old! He loves it ! And super easy to make!! 😍 thank you!
Honestly, I’d eat this as an adult human. IDK anyone that wouldn’t! So good!
haha! yes!!
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?
You can! Be sure to use unsweetened full fat
Can I store this in the freezer? My baby loves it and I’m thinking if I can make more at once.