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Microwave Mug Eggs (2-Minute Protein Breakfast)
Two-minute fluffy mug eggs you cook in the microwave—high protein, customizable, and cleaner than a skillet. Perfect for rushed mornings or dorm cooking.
Prep
1 min
Cook
2 min
Servings
1
Difficulty
easy
Total Time
3 min
breakfastquickmicrowavehigh-protein

Ingredients
2egg
2tbspmilk
2tbspcheddar cheese, shredded
1/8tspsalt
pinchblack pepper
1/2tspbutter, softened(optional)
Nutrition
Calories
240
Protein
18g
36% DV
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
1
Lightly butter or spray a microwave-safe mug.
2
Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until frothy (20–30 seconds).
3
Microwave on high 40–45 seconds; stir, scraping sides and bottom.
4
Microwave another 25–35 seconds until softly set with a glossy center.
5
Fold in cheese; rest 30 seconds so residual heat finishes cooking.
6
Top with optional hot sauce, herbs, or salsa and serve.