Description
The Oatmeal Scramble is a comforting, protein-packed twist on classic oatmeal, combining wholesome rolled oats with eggs for a fluffy, skillet-cooked breakfast. This savory-sweet hybrid is quick to make, versatile, and naturally satisfying, perfect for a cozy morning meal. Customize your bowl with favorite toppings like fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 egg
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Chopped nuts
- Fresh fruit
- Nut butter
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, egg white, milk, applesauce, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
- Add Oats: Stir the rolled oats into the wet mixture, ensuring the oats are evenly coated and distributed throughout the batter.
- Cook the Scramble: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour the oat-egg mixture into the skillet, spreading it out evenly.
- Scramble and Cook: Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are cooked through and the mixture becomes fluffy, resembling a soft scramble.
- Serve: Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl. Top with your favorite chopped nuts, fresh fruit, nut butter, or a drizzle of maple syrup as desired. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use whole milk or a rich plant-based alternative like oat milk.
- Add a scoop of protein powder for a higher protein version.
- For a sweeter taste, increase the applesauce or add a touch of honey or maple syrup to the scramble base.
- This recipe is easily doubled to serve more people.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 215mg