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    Eggs in a Mug

    Published: Mar 22, 2021 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links. 1 Comment

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    Did you know you can make delicious scrambled eggs in a mug, right in your microwave. It takes about 2 minutes from start to finish and taste just as good as the stove top version! You only need five things – eggs, cooking spray, salt/pepper, a mug and a microwave.

    scrambled eggs in a white mug with strawberries and blueberries to the side

    Another SUPER EASY way to enjoy eggs is by hard boiling them in the Instant Pot with this 5-5-5 Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg recipe.

    Table of Contents hide
    1 Why Make Eggs in a Mug
    2 Ingredients
    3 Step by Step Picture Instructions
    4 Doubling
    5 Does it Have to Be a Mug
    6 Variations
    7 Related Recipes
    8 Did you make this recipe?!
    9 Eggs in a Mug

    Why Make Eggs in a Mug

    There are a few reasons you might want to make scrambled eggs in a mug instead of on the stove top:

    • Eggs in a mug only dirties one dish (the mug)! The traditional way dirties a bowl for scrambling, a skillet for cooking and a plate for eating.
    • You are in a hurry and don’t have time to heat the stove and stand over your eggs.
    • Start your day with a healthy, protein filled breakfast that is easy to make.
    • Breakfast. For. Dinner.

    The only time I don’t recommend making eggs in a mug is if you are feeding a crowd (4+ people). It will be faster to make a pan of scrambled eggs…. and if you haven’t had soft scrambled eggs I highly recommend making them!

    Ingredients

    You only need three ingredients for Scrambled Eggs in a Mug – 2 eggs, salt/pepper, and cooking spray. AND you only need 3 supplies – a mug, a microwave, and a fork.

    ingredients and supplies to make scrambled eggs in a mug and microwave

    Step by Step Picture Instructions

    Start by spraying your mug generously with nonstick cooking spray.

    Pro Tip- Make sure you spray the sides too, it will make clean up easier!

    spraying a mug with non stick spray

    Crack 2 eggs in the mug.

    cracking an egg in a mug

    Season with salt and pepper.

    sprinkling salt and pepper over eggs

    With a fork, whisking the eggs until they are fully scrambled. Make sure you break the yolk into the egg mixture.

    whisking eggs in a mug with a fork

    Pop in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir. Microwave for another 30 seconds. Stir.

    Pro Tip: If there is just a little liquid left in the eggs at the end of cooking, let them sit for about 30 seconds and residual heat will cook them up perfectly!

    Time to eat!

    scrambled eggs in a mug with cracked egg shells and salt and pepper to the side

    Doubling

    You can absolutely double the recipe and use 3-4 eggs.

    Make sure that you have a large mug or bowl and the eggs do not fill it over half way.

    Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, microwave another 30 seconds, stir, and then you will probably need to add another 15-20 seconds to cook through.

    Does it Have to Be a Mug

    If you don’t happen to have any mugs around the house you can also use a bowl! Just make sure that it is microwave safe.

    scrambled eggs in a mug topped with green onions

    Variations

    Doctor up your eggs and make them just how you like them:

    • Top with a little cheese for the last 30 seconds.
    • Add a few dashes of hot sauce (Tabasco) with the salt and pepper.
    • Finish with a few chopped green onions.
    • Stir in diced ham or cooked bacon at the beginning.
    • Use your mug egg in a breakfast sandwich: English muffin or bagel, tomato, avocado, bacon and cheese.

    Related Recipes

    • Sausage Egg Cups
    • Coffee Cake Muffins
    • Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs with Easy to Peel Shells
    • Cranberry Orange Muffins

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    Eggs in a Mug

    Perfectly cooked scrambled eggs that are made in a mug right in your microwave. Only 2 minutes from start to finish and one dirty dish!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 1 minute
    Cook Time: 1 minute
    Total Time: 2 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 126kcal
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Equipment

    • Mug
    • Microwave

    Ingredients

    • 2 large eggs
    • non stick cooking spray
    • kosher salt and pepper
    Prevent your screen from going dark while you are cooking!

    Instructions

    • Spray a large mug with cooking spray (could also use a bowl).
    • Crack 2 eggs into the mug and whisk them with a fork. Season with a little salt and pepper.
    • Microwave for 30 seconds. Give the eggs a light stir. Microwave for another 30 seconds. Stir.
    • Pro Tip: if there is a little liquid left in your egg/mug let it sit for about 30 seconds and the residual heat will cook it up perfectly, without overcooking!
    • Time to eat!

    Notes:

    Doubling (3-4 eggs): Make sure that you have a large mug or bowl and the eggs do not fill it past half way. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, microwave another 30 seconds, stir, and then you will probably need to add another 20 minutes to cook through.
    Variations: 
    • Top with a little cheese for the last 30 seconds.
    • Add a few dashes of hot sauce (Tabasco) when you add the salt and pepper.
    • Finish with a few chopped green onions.
    • Stir in diced ham or cooked bacon at the beginning.
    • Add your microwave scrambled egg to a breakfast sandwich.
    Did you try this recipe? Connect with me & let me know how it turned out by commenting below!
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    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 327mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 121mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 475IU | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg

    If nutrition facts are provided they are calculated as an estimate to the best of our knowledge.

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    Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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    1. Remy Michelle Nakao

      March 22, 2021 at 3:00 pm

      5 stars
      I’m living single thanks God, this is a good idea …n usually put it in the airfreight but never in a mug…this is d right size for me alone no left over needed. Will try asap..thanks for sharing…appreciated n Gid bless..

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