Microwave Egg Mug - Perfect Quick Breakfast Recipe
Hot and steamy, fluffy and creamy - low carb egg mugs are cheesy, comforting and packed with protein - along with a healthy dose of vegetables. Whatever you like to put in an omelette will be fantastic in an egg mug!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: breakfast
- Method: microwave
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 - 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons of extra protein, like cooked sausage, bacon, or ham
- Diced veggies (to taste) such as bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 -2 tablespoons shredded cheese
Instructions
- Butter a large mug (or a small bowl). Crack 2-3 eggs into the mug and beat with a fork.
- Add chopped veggies, sausage (or other protein), and whisk into the eggs to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, or other seasoning that you like.
- Microwave egg mixture on high for 1 minute. It will probably have parts that are cooked, and parts that are still liquid - this is normal.
- Stir the mixture to distribute the uncooked parts more evenly, and top with shredded cheese.
- Microwave 20-30 seconds longer, until the cheese melts and it’s done to your liking.
Notes
Notes: be sure to read the blog post for lots of ideas for other flavor combos and additions.
Find it online: https://www.beneficial-bento.com/2025/08/egg-mug-recipe.html