Healthy Meals (and Desserts) You Can Make in a Mug

January 5, 2018

The microwave gets a bad rap these days, but when you’re running late or only have 10 minutes between errands, tossing a few ingredients in a mug for a healthy and tasty meal in five minutes flat doesn’t sound too shabby. And all that hype about microwaves causing health concerns—well, it’s just that. (There’s not really enough evidence to suggest they release enough radiation to be harmful.)

These breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipes are surprisingly flavourful and can be carried to work and cooked on the spot. If you’re really anti-microwave, most of them can easily be made in the oven if you have a few extra minutes to spare. While the desserts might not be the most nutritious, they are the most delicious. And who would say no to chocolate cake that only takes five minutes? Not us.

Breakfast

Healthy 1-Minute Blueberry Muffin

The Big Man’s World

Ok, so it might actually take two minutes. Inspired by the blueberry muffins at Starbucks, this version is healthier, faster to make, and tastier. Banana adds a little extra potassium and staying power to this breakfast of champions. And if you’re in it for the long haul (12 minutes), you can make it in the oven.

Single-Serving Clean Chocolate Mug Cake

Amy’s Healthy Baking

It’s like dessert for breakfast—but good for you (and it only takes five minutes to whip up). Whole-wheat flour, cocoa powder greek yogurt, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, this mug cake is perfect for those days when you want a sweet start to the day.

Lunch/Dinner

Egg Fried Rice in a Mug

Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Who knew you could make fried rice in a microwave? This recipe hits all the right (flavour) notes, and no one would ever guess it takes only a cup, a microwave, and a few (okay, maybe a bit more than that) ingredients. Just don’t skimp on the cup size—we’re talking a meal here.

Homemade Spaghetti-ohs in a Mug

Bigger Bolder Baking

Yep, you read that right: Spaghetti-ohs (cue your ecstatic inner child)—only the adult version, which still only takes seven minutes to make and will have you reminiscing about the good old days. Fun tip: Freeze the leftover sauce in ice cube trays, then just pull out and thaw when you’re in a rush.

Instant Mac & Cheese in a Mug

Babble.com

Naturally, no mug recipe list would be complete without the tried-and-true mac n’ cheese. Only three ingredients—we don’t count water—and you’re on your way to comfort food heaven, minus the craft, pot, and mess.

Dessert

Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

The Wheatless Kitchen

Another reason to indulge your fall pumpkin cravings. As far as desserts go, this one’s pretty darn healthy—and gluten-free, although you could replace the coconut flour with regular if you’re in the mood for the full whammy. Whatever you do, don’t leave out the chocolate.

Peanut Butter Mug Cake

Kirbie Cravings

You’ve gotta love PB for this one. It’s a cupful of pure peanut-ty goodness and it only calls for (five!) ingredients you’re bound to have on hand so you can whip it up at a moment’s notice.

Cinnamon Roll Microwave Mug Cake

Kim’s Cravings

Six minutes ’til heaven—warm, cinnamon-y, gooey heaven. And with maple syrup for sweetness, it’s not all that bad for you either, especially if you opt for whole-wheat or spelt flour instead of white. We’ll just take breakfast and make it dessert.

This article first appeared on The Greatist

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