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Delicious Gourmet Microwave Meals in a Mug

Egg and Toast in a Mug Recipe

I always thought the microwave was an appliance for thawing frozen goods or warming up leftovers. Then I discovered microwave recipes! A twist on the traditional poached egg on toast, this microwave meal is the perfect way to start the day.

You can also simply break the egg into the mug, season with salt and pepper and let the bread cubes soak for a minute. Then microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until the egg is cooked. Call that an old-timey breakfast!

Ingredients for Egg and Toast in a Mug:
Water - 3.5 fl oz.
Egg - 1
Bread - 1 slice
Unsalted butter - 1 tbsp.
White vinegar - 1 tsp.
Blanco Huevos Rancheros

I always thought the microwave was an appliance for thawing frozen goods or warming up leftovers. Then I discovered microwave recipes! Here's a breakfast filled with protein that can be made in less than 5 minutes.

If you like huevos rancheros, you're sure to like the Middle-Eastern version called shakshouka

 
Ingredients for Blanco Huevos Rancheros:
Egg whites - 1/2 cup
Bacon - 1 tbsp. (chopped)
Chili powder - 1/8 tsp. (optional)
Cheddar cheese - 2 tbsp.
Cooking spray - as needed
French Toast in a Mug

This easy meal can be made in the microwave in 2 minutes. Top it off with syrup or whipped cream for the perfect piece of French toast.

French Toast in a Mug Image Source: Prudentbaby.com
Ingredients for French Toast:
Bread - 1 slice (cut into cubes)
Egg - 1
Milk - 2 tbsp.
Ground cinnamon - a pinch
Coffee Cake in a Mug

Start the day off with something sweet with this mug-sized coffee cake recipe. This is a minuscule version of the classic coffee cake with a cinnamon crumble. We also have a recipe for the full-size cake, here

Coffee Cake in a Mug Image Source: Stltoday.com
Ingredients for Coffee Cake:
Unsalted butter - 2 tbsp. (divided)
Brown sugar - 3 tbsp. (divided)
Egg - 1/2
Sour cream - 2 tbsp.
Maple syrup - 1 tsp.
Vanilla Extract - a drop
Self-Rising flour - 1/4 cup
Ground cinnamon - 1/4 tsp.
Apricot preserve - 1 tsp. (or other preserves)
All-Purpose flour - 2 tbsp.
Salt - a pinch
Microwave Cheese and Herb Muffins

Here's a delicious morning snack full of flavor. They taste delicious served warm, and will go perfect alongside a freshly chopped salad. 

Microwave Cheese and Herb Muffins Image Source: BBC food
Ingredients for Cheese and Herb Muffins:
Basil leaves - a handful (or 1 tbsp dried)
Chives - a handful (or 1 tbsp dried)
Thyme - 1/2 tsp
Baking soda - 1 tsp.
Eggs - 2
Vegetable oil - 3 fl oz.
Milk - 3.5 fl oz.
Yogurt - 3.5 fl oz.
Parmesan cheese - 3.5 oz. (grated)
Microwave Chilaquiles

I always thought the microwave was an appliance for thawing frozen goods or warming up leftovers. Then I discovered microwave recipes! This lunch in a mug is the perfect opportunity to make use of leftovers from taco night with this Mexican-themed meal.

Microwave Chilaquiles Image Source: Allwomenstalk.com
Ingredients for Chilaquiles:
Egg - 1
Milk - 1 tbsp.
Salt - to taste
Ground black pepper - to taste
Cheddar cheese - 1 tbsp.
Salsa - 1 tbsp.
Sour cream - a dollop
Queso fresco - a pinch
Green onions - a pinch (chopped)
4-Ingredient Mac and Cheese

I always thought the microwave was an appliance for thawing frozen goods or warming up leftovers. Then I discovered microwave recipes! No need to buy the boxed kind of Mac & Cheese with this 4-ingredient recipe, instantly ready to eat from the mug.

4-Ingredient Mac and Cheese Image Source: Allwomenstalk.com
Ingredients for Mac and Cheese:
Pasta - 1/3 cup
Water - 1/2 cup
Milk - 1/4 cup
Cheddar cheese - 1/2 cup (grated)
Microwave Meatloaf

I always thought the microwave was an appliance for thawing frozen goods or warming up leftovers. Then I discovered microwave recipes! One of the best home-cooked, quick and easy meals. Serve with mashed potatoes and vegetables. Delicious topped with ketchup.

Microwave Meatloaf Image Source: Allwomenstalk.com
Ingredients for Meatloaf:
Milk - 2 tbsp.
Ketchup - 1 tbsp.
Rolled Oats - 2 tbsp.
Onion soup mix - 1 tsp.
Ground beef - 1/4 lb
Cooking spray - as needed
Microwave Quiche

Microwave recipes are my guilty pleasure. So quick and so efficient! When you're running late or need to have a meal ASAP, make a quiche without having leftovers in your microwave. This recipe uses ham or prosciutto, but you can substitute it with spinach to make it vegetarian.

Microwave Quiche Image Source: Allwomenstalk.com
Ingredients for Microwave Quiche:
Egg - 1
Milk - 1 1/2 tbsp.
Salt - to taste
Ground black pepper - to taste
Bagel - 1/4 (or other French bread)
Cream cheese - 2 tsp.
Prosciutto - 1 slice (vegetarian alternative: spinach)
Thyme - to taste
Dijon mustard - to taste
Chives - to taste
Mug Donuts

I always thought the microwave was an appliance for thawing frozen goods or warming up leftovers. Then I discovered microwave recipes! This mug recipe will help you enjoy homemade donuts without the messy frying process.

Mug Donuts Image Source: Kirbiecravings.com
Ingredients for Mug Donuts:
Sugar - 3/4 cup
Egg - 1 large
All-Purpose flour - 1 1/2 cup
Baking powder - 2 tsp.
Salt - 1/4 tsp.
Nutmeg - 1/4 tsp.
Vegetable oil - 1/4 cup
Milk - 3/4 cup
Vanilla Extract - 1 tsp.
Dark chocolate - 4 oz (chopped)
Heavy cream - 1/2 cup
Chocolate Fudge S’mores Cake

I always thought the microwave was an appliance for thawing frozen goods or warming up leftovers. Then I discovered microwave recipes! Make these microwave s'mores to feel like you’re at a campfire, without having to make the actual fire...

Chocolate Fudge S’mores Cake Image Source: Howsweeteats.com
Ingredients for Fudge S’mores Cake:
Unsalted butter - 3 1/2 tbsp. (melted)
Graham cracker crumbs - 2-3 tbsp. (crumbs)
Egg - 1
Sugar - 2 tbsp.
Vanilla Extract - 1/2 tsp.
All-Purpose flour - 1/4 cup
Baking powder - 1/8 tsp.
Salt - a pinch
Cocoa powder - 2 tbsp.
Marshmallows - for topping (or marshmallow cream)
Microwave Cinnamon Roll

Cinnamon rolls usually take a long time to make, and it's not so easy to make the perfect cinnamon buns either. Shorten the wait for cinnamon goodness with this 3-minute recipe.

Microwave Cinnamon Roll Image Source: Cookingclassy.com
Ingredients for icing:
Cream cheese - 1 tbsp.
Powdered sugar - 2 tbsp.
Milk - 1 tsp.
Ingredients for roll:
Vegetable oil - 1 tbsp.
Buttermilk - 1 tbsp.
Vanilla Extract - 1/4 tsp.
All-Purpose flour - 1/4 cup plus 1 tbsp.
Light brown sugar - 2 1/2 tbsp.
Ground cinnamon - 3/4 tsp.
Nutmeg - a pinch (optional)
Baking powder - 1/4 tsp.
Salt - a pinch
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