Name: Microwave Porridge
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 Serving
Cuisine: American

Jule’s Menu Verified

February 13, 2026

With this basic recipe, you can easily prepare porridge in the microwave. Your breakfast will be ready in just five minutes, and you only need one bowl. And if you like, you can add an egg or egg white for an incomparably creamy porridge.

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Microwave Porridge

Jule’s Menu Verified

Ingredients

WarningEggs and 3 other allergens identified

Instructions

Basic Microwave Porridge Recipe

Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix. Microwave the porridge for two minutes at 800 watts.

Stir the porridge and check the consistency. If the porridge is too runny, microwave it for another 15 to 30 seconds. If it's too thick, add a little more milk or water.

Serve porridge with your choice of toppings.

Microwaved Egg Porridge

Mix the oats, salt and cinnamon with about two-thirds of the milk and microwave for 90 seconds at 800 watts.

Whisk the egg, or separate the egg white from the yolk. Remove the porridge from the microwave, add the remaining milk and stir to cool it down. Stir the egg or egg white into the porridge.

Microwave the porridge for another 60 (to 90) seconds at 600 watts. Serve with your choice of toppings.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Egg Emulsion Magic 🥚
Whisk the egg into your liquid ingredients before adding oats to create an ultra-creamy, silky porridge texture that prevents egg scrambling.
Microwave Power Leveling 🌡️
Use 70% power when microwaving porridge to prevent overflow and ensure even, gentle cooking without scorching the bottom.
Liquid Ratio Pro-Tip 💧
For the perfect consistency, use a 1:2 ratio of rolled oats to liquid, adjusting slightly based on your preferred thickness and microwave's power.
Topping Temperature Trick 🥣
Add delicate toppings like fresh berries or nuts after microwaving to preserve their texture and prevent them from becoming mushy.
Cinnamon Activation Hack 🌿
Bloom your cinnamon by mixing it with a small amount of warm liquid before adding to the porridge, which intensifies its flavor and aroma.

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About the Cook

Jule’s Menu

Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.