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.
⅔ cupsbreastmilk/formula, dairy, or non-dairy alternative
1mediumegg, well whisked
1 teaspoonchia 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 ½ 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
½ medium banana, mashed
½ teaspoon cinnamon
Stir-ins: peanut butter, banana
Zucchini bread:
½ medium banana, mashed
½ teaspoon cinnamon
Stir-ins: ⅓ cup (about 45g) grated zucchini and finely ground or chopped (for toddlers) almonds
Pumpkin pie:
⅓ cup (80g) pumpkin puree
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
Stir-ins: finely chopped or ground pecans, maple syrup (optional)
Carrot cake:
⅓ cup (about 30g) grated carrots
½ 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 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
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! 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.
Can store any untouched leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge.