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Microwave 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 my Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos or Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Lightning Fast – In less than 2 minutes, you’ve got scrambled eggs ready to go!
- Homemade Egg McMuffins – The shape you get by using a mug is perfect for placing on an English Muffin. Add a slice of cheese and a slice of ham for a delicious, healthier breakfast sandwich.
- Budget Friendly – Save not only time by avoiding the drive-thru but money, too!
recipe walk-through
What You Need
There really isn’t much of a recipe, you just need an egg, some nonstick cooking spray, and a microwavable coffee mug.
How to Make Microwave Scrambled Eggs
See the recipe card below for full, detailed instructions
Spray a microwave-safe coffee mug with nonstick cooking spray.
Crack an egg into the coffee mug and whisk it with a fork.
Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds.
Sprinkle with a pinch of salt or add the toppings of your choice. Enjoy!
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.
Storage Tips
Make Ahead and Freezing
These scrambled eggs take less than a minute to prepare, but you could actually prepare several at a time and add to burritos or sandwiches and freeze for a quick breakfast on a busy morning.
Prepare the sandwich as desired with English muffins, egg, ham, and cheese. For burritos just cut the egg into a few pieces and add with your choice of meats and cheese. Let them cool completely, then wrap tightly in foil and pop them into a freezer bag. They’ll last in the freezer for about 3 months.
To reheat from frozen, place the foil-wrapped sandwiches or burritos in a 350℉ oven and heat for 5-10 minutes or until fully heated through.
Recipe Tips
- For more than one egg, use a small bowl or pie plate instead of a mug.
- Feel free to add the seasoning of your choice or extras like shredded 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
- Avocado Egg Salad
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.
Kristin: thank you for all your ideas and recipes. Who knew how to make a scrambled egg in seconds..the simplest things 😁.. my go to now!
You are so welcome Joelle! Thanks for stopping by.
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.