Creamy Egg White Oatmeal

Egg white oatmeal topped with banana slices and mini chocolate chips.

This creamy egg white oatmeal is made with oats, banana, milk, and egg whites for a thick, fluffy, protein-packed breakfast. Make it your own with cinnamon, vanilla, and your favorite toppings.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings serving

Calories 249

Author Kim

Ingredients

½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
½ mashed banana
½ cup milk
pinch of salt
⅓ cup egg whites I use liquid egg whites from a carton for the easiest measuring.
optional flavorings: ½ teaspoon cinnamon and/or 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
optional for extra sweetness: stevia, honey, or another preferred option

Instructions

Stir ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ½ mashed banana, ½ cup milk, and pinch of salt in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat for 6–7 minutes, stirring occasionally as it cooks.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the ⅓ cup egg whites and keep whisking for about 1 minute. Constant stirring helps the egg whites blend into the oatmeal instead of scrambling, giving it a thick and fluffy texture.
Once the oatmeal is thick and the liquid has been absorbed, transfer it to a bowl and add your favorite toppings. Stir in your preferred sweetener, if desired, I like using a packet of stevia. If you prefer a creamier consistency, add an extra splash of milk.

Notes

Helpful Tips

Making it in the microwave: Cook the oats, banana, milk, and salt until tender, then stir in the egg whites. Microwave in 15–20 second intervals, stirring between each, until thick and cooked through.
Using steel-cut oats: Steel-cut oats require more liquid and a longer cooking time, so the recipe would need to be adjusted.
Using a whole egg: You can use one to two whole egg(s) instead of egg whites. The oatmeal will be a little richer, and the texture may vary slightly. Whisk well and stir in over low heat until fully cooked.
Using quick oats: Quick oats work, but they cook faster and have a softer texture. Adjust the cooking time as needed.
Skipping the banana: You can leave out the banana, but it adds natural sweetness and creaminess. Add a little extra milk and sweetener to taste. You could also use applesauce or pumpkin puree instead.

This recipe was originally published February 2015. It was republished September 2026 with updated content.

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