While the combination of egg whites and oatmeal may sound odd to some, this high-packed oatmeal bowl is a very popular breakfast combo. Made with rolled oats, egg whites, and milk, these 3 simple ingredients create a light, fluffy, and filling bowl of egg white oatmeal that is perfect for busy mornings.

If you enjoy a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast but you’re looking for a way to boost the protein content and create higher protein oatmeal, this egg white oatmeal recipe may be the perfect solution.

Is oatmeal and eggs a healthy breakfast?

Oatmeal and eggs are an incredibly healthy breakfast combination. Oats are a good source of complex carbohydrates and fiber, while eggs are rich in protein, healthy fats, and numerous essential vitamins and minerals. While whole eggs are a wonderful source of nutrition, the egg white specifically is high in protein and low in fat making them a great way to boost the protein content of any recipe. The combination of eggs and oatmeal creates a well-balanced breakfast that will fill you up and fuel you for the day.

Can you add egg whites to oatmeal?

You can cook egg whites with oatmeal. Not only do egg whites help to boost the protein content of a bowl of oatmeal but they puff up and fill with air to add a light and fluffy texture to any bowl of oatmeal. However, egg whites can only be added to a warm bowl of oatmeal or baked oatmeal, as they need to be cooked and this cannot be done in an overnight oats recipe.

What does egg white oatmeal taste like?

Eggs white have a neutral taste and, therefore, do not affect the taste of oatmeal very much. Rather, they puff up when cooked to add a thick and fluffy texture and the oatmeal takes on the flavor of any seasonings, sweeteners, or toppings you add.

How to Make Egg White Oatmeal

Make with only 3 ingredients, egg white oatmeal is quick and easy to prepare, simply:

Warm the oats and milk in a small pot and bring to simmer,
Once the oats have absorbed most of the liquid, pour in whisked egg whites, and stir to combine,
Continue to stir constantly until everything is well combined, eggs are cooked, and the remaining liquid is absorbed,
Transfer the egg white oatmeal to a bowl,
Serve with toppings of your choice and enjoy!

To Make them Dairy-Free: Swap the milk for almond milk, rice milk, or soy milk.

To Make them Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats.

To Make them High Protein: Egg white oatmeal is quite high in protein as is, however, if you want to add extra protein, you can add a scoop of protein powder to the oats when you add the egg white. I think vanilla protein powder would work best.

How to make egg white oatmeal in the microwave?

To make egg white oatmeal in the microwave, combine the oats and milk in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave for 1 minute, then remove them from the microwave and stir in the eggs whites, and return to the microwave to cook for 30-second increments, stirring the mixture in between, until oats are cooked, and a creamy consistency is reached.

Best Toppings for Egg White Oatmeal

Once cooked, you can add endless toppings to your bowl of egg white oatmeal, some of my personal favorite toppings include:

Nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans
Nut butter, such as almond butter or peanut butter
Fresh berries, such as blueberries or strawberries
Fresh fruit, such as apple, pear, or banana slices
Greek yogurt
Cottage cheese
Maple syrup
Honey
Cinnamon
Shredded coconut
Chocolate chips

I must admit, I personally found this concept a little strange when I initially saw it but after giving it a try, I think it’s a great way to add protein to your oatmeal. Plus, once you’ve got the basic recipe down you can flavor your egg white oatmeal any way that you like to create endless flavor combinations. While I think cinnamon, berries, and peanut butter are delicious and nutritious choices, as they add fiber and healthy fat, you can add any toppings you like!

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