Why you should Combine Oats and Eggs
When we think about healthy breakfast options for our little ones, Oats and Eggs often come to mind as separate dishes. Both are nutritious and delicious, but have you ever considered combining them?! Mixing Oatmeal and Eggs creates a fluffy and creamier texture that is perfect for babies and toddlers. This can be especially appealing for young children who are still getting used to different textures in their food. Because eggs and oats both have neutral tastes, this dish is incredibly versatile making it easy to enhance the flavor to suit any taste. Keep reading for some of my kid’s favorite ways to eat these to get you started! Another bonus about this combo is that oats and eggs are both nutritional powerhouses providing an excellent source of extra protein, healthy fat, and creates a balanced meal that is both filling and nourishing! Whether you prefer using the stovetop or the microwave, preparing this oatmeal and egg combo is simple and quick. It’s a convenient option for busy mornings when you need a wholesome meal ready in minutes. Also check out – Homemade Baby Oatmeal with vegetables!
Ingredients
Rolled oats – versatile and delivers the perfect texture for this application, but you can use quick-cooking oats. 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, 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.
How to Make Egg Oatmeal on the Stovetop
Microwave Egg Oatmeal
This is a general guideline as cooking time will vary depending on the strength of your microwave (you can find the recipe card at the bottom of the post)!
Quick 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
Easy Egg Oatmeal Breakfast Ideas
When it comes to toppings, oatmeal is the ultimate blank canvas! Feel free to customize this hearty breakfast with your favorite toppings. Here are some easy ideas to help get you started! I can’t wait to hear about what you come up with! Do share in the comment section below so we can swap ideas! For all of these suggestions, start with the basic recipe (found in the recipe card below) then add the following ingredients:
1. Peanut Butter Banana
1/2 medium banana, mashed 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Stir-ins: peanut butter, banana
Such an iconic combination! Feel free to swap peanut butter with other nut butter or seed butter.
2. 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 (for toddlers) almonds
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.
3. 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)
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 would like a sweet flavor.
4. 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
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.
Storage Suggestions
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. Did you make this recipe? Leave a rating below and let me know how you liked the recipe! Your feedback means so much to me!
