Egg White Oatmeal with Fresh Fruit and Nuts Recipe
A healthy and protein-packed Egg White Oatmeal recipe that combines the creaminess of egg whites with the heartiness of oats, sweetened naturally and customizable with your favorite fruits, nuts, seeds, and flavorings. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 30 grams oats (1/3 cup)
- 300 ml water (1¼ cups)
- pinch of salt
- 200 grams egg whites (about 5 egg whites, about 1 cup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sweeteners and Spices
- Liquid stevia (to taste, vanilla flavor recommended) or sweetener of choice
- Pinch of spice (cinnamon, pumpkin spice, or nutmeg)
Optional Mix-ins and Toppings
- Fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, mango, pineapple, banana, lemon zest)
- Chopped nuts or seeds (walnuts, hazelnuts, cashews, pecans)
- Seeds (pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, flax seeds)
- Drizzle of honey, maple syrup, almond butter, peanut butter, or hazelnut butter
- Flavored powders (cocoa powder, protein powder, pb2/pbfit)
Instructions
- Toast the Oatmeal: Begin by toasting the oats in a medium pot on the stove over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the oats emit a popcorn-like aroma, enhancing their nutty flavor and preparing them for cooking.
- Add Water and Simmer: Pour in 300 ml of water and add a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the oats begin to thicken, ensuring a creamy texture.
- Incorporate Egg Whites: Slowly add the egg whites to the simmering oats. Stir vigorously and constantly for 5 minutes. The mixture will initially foam but will gradually thicken and become creamy and smooth; continuous stirring is critical to avoid curdling.
- Remove from Heat and Flavor: Take the pot off the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and liquid stevia or your chosen sweetener. Add your preferred spices like cinnamon or pumpkin spice if desired.
- Add Mix-Ins and Serve: Mix in or top your oatmeal with fresh fruits, nuts, seeds, drizzles of honey or nut butters, and flavored powders as desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious breakfast.
Notes
- Stirring constantly when adding egg whites is essential to prevent curdling and to achieve a creamy texture.
- You can customize sweetness and flavorings to your preference using vanilla stevia, honey, maple syrup, or powdered flavors.
- This oatmeal is high in protein and suitable for a healthy breakfast or post-workout meal.
- Use fresh or frozen fruits depending on availability; dried fruits can also be added but affect texture.
- To reduce sugar content, adjust the sweeteners accordingly or omit syrups.
- For vegan alternatives, substitute egg whites with silken tofu or mashed bananas, though texture will differ.
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