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Microwaved Scrambled Eggs in a mug are just the breakfast hack you need on a busy morning! In less than 5 minutes you can have a delicious, healthy breakfast that’s way faster than any drive thru!
For more quick and easy breakfasts, try our Baked Egg Muffins and Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Making scrambled eggs in a mug in the microwave has been a huge lifesaver for my kids when they just want something hot and fast to eat in the morning. Crack the eggs in a mug, scramble, and microwave for about 40 seconds. Boom! Breakfast is served!
And if you want to get really fancy, add an english muffin and a slice of cheese to make homemade Egg McMuffins. All of a sudden you’re the mom of the year!
You can make this delicious and healthy breakfast sandwich at home in under two minutes and for under a dollar! That’s a little better than waiting ten minutes in the drive-thru only to fork over $5 for breakfast!
Ingredients
You literally only need TWO INGREDIENTS to make scrambled eggs in a mug! Plus a microwave, and who doesn’t have one of those nowadays?
1 Egg – I recommended cooking just one egg at a time
Nonstick cooking spray – to help the egg slide right out after cooking.
Coffee mug – your mug does need to be microwave safe. You could also use a small glass measuring cup.
How to Make Scrambled Eggs in the Microwave
- Spray a microwave safe coffee mug with nonstick cooking spray.
- Crack an egg into the coffee mug and whisk is with a fork.
- Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of salt or add the toppings of your choice.
- To make a homemade egg sandwich (“Egg McMuffin”), toast an english muffin and place a slice of deli ham on the bottom half. Top with the egg and a slice of American cheese. You can even freeze them to enjoy later!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, absolutely! Just whisk them up in a bowl and pop them in the microwave. Fluffy scrambled eggs any time!
It only takes about 30-40 seconds to microwave a scrambled egg. Keep in mind that microwave wattages vary, so you’ll have to test yours – it might take a few seconds more or less.
It’s not necessary. I have found that I get fluffy eggs in the microwave without any of these additions. However you can add them if you want to.
Make Ahead and Freezing
These scrambled eggs take less than a minute to prepare, but you could actually prepare several at a time and freeze or make sandwiches to freeze ahead.
Prepare the sandwich as desired with english muffins, egg, ham and cheese. Let them cool completely, then wrap tightly in foil and pop them into a freezer bag. They’ll last in the freezer about 3 months.
To reheat from frozen, place the wrapped sandwiched in a 350 degree oven and heat for 5-10 minutes or until fully heated through.
Expert Tips
- For more than one egg, use a small bowl instead of a mug.
- Feel free to add the seasoning of your choice or extras like cheese.
- Use these eggs to make a sandwich as described above, or add them to breakfast burritos, Breakfast Quesadillas or simply serve with a side of toast and fruit.
More Delicious Egg Recipes
- How to Boil Eggs (Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs)
- Baked Egg Muffins
- Sausage Egg Casserole
- Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
Microwaved Scrambled Eggs in a Mug
Ingredients
Scrambled Egg
- 1 egg
- nonstick cooking spray
- kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spray a microwave safe mug with nonstick cooking spray. Crack the egg into the mug and lightly scramble. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the mug in the microwave and cover with a damp paper towel. Cook on high for 30-40 seconds. If there is still liquid in the mug, cook for an additional 5-10 seconds.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer Kristin Maxwell of “Yellow Bliss Road” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. For accurate calorie counts and other nutritional values, we recommend running the ingredients through your preferred online nutritional calculator. Calories and other nutritional values can vary depending on which brands were used.
Great idea. Thanks for the advice.
Your so welcome John! Thanks for stopping by.
I’ve done this exact same thing for months now! I usually simplify it down to just an egg, a slice of american cheese, and a whole grain English muffin. Healthy, easy, and cheap – just the way I like it!
You said it- quick, easy and healthy!
So glad to see micro egg sandie on a site. I have been doing this for years as my go- to quick protein breakfast. I have transitioned to using a poured from carton type liquid egg to cut back on cholesterol. I use the type that looks like real eggs not the egg white one. I was surprised that the ingredients on the carton says it contains egg white only too. By the time I sprinkle a little cheese and packaged real bacon pieces it has some fat, but at least I can control it. A good addition to the egg is cottage cheese with a bit of green onion after it cooked. A satisfying way to fuel up for a busy morning.
I, too use, egg whites and usually try to find the yellow ones that are seasoned with onions and bellpeppers. Everything else the same as above. I’ve never used cottage cheese, but may as it is a bit more protein…….thanks for the idea.