I have an almost disturbing love for coffee mugs. There’s just something about the way they’re crafted—each with their own personality—and how I can always choose one to fit my mood. There’s an undeniable sense of comfort found in these delicate, impermanent, pieces of ceramic.
Another thing I have an undying love for? My microwave.
You see children, from the beginning of time, microwaves and mugs were destined to be together.
Or, at least since 1946.
But today is no different! When these two come together, magic is made. Romance is sparked. Waves are emitted.
No, really. Microwaves emit radio waves that agitate water molecules in food, making them vibrate and generate heat.
The point is, something beautiful is made when these two are united. And although this was all just an insane build up to delicious, super easy snack recipes you can make in your favorite mug, never forget the greatest love story of all.
I hope you enjoy.
Savory
French Toast: If you ever need a quick breakfast on-the-go, this is the recipe for you. And you can easily bypass the temptation of stopping in for an unhealthy fast-food breakfast.
Quiche: This is a solid snack item. It’s filling, but not too filling. It’s flavorful, but not overwhelming. It’s just enough to satisfy those taste buds.
Chilaquiles: If you want to add a little spice to your diet, this recipe will help you accomplish that. Food can become mundane and you can fall into the routine of just making whatever is available and easy, especially in college. Switch it up with this Mexican dish.
Macaroni & Cheese: With this recipe, it’s easy to control the cheesiness of your mac & cheese. Sometimes the flavor of boxed mac & cheese can be overwhelming, and who knows if you’re consuming real cheese or not. This recipe eliminates all of that by using real cheese.
Meat Loaf: Forget the entire stigma about meat loaf being an atrocious dinner item your mom attempts to make on a weeknight. You can get the perfect, delectable serving of meat loaf with this recipe, without having to make the whole loaf.
Sweet
Cheesecake: Everybody loves cheesecake, but it isn’t necessarily the easiest thing to whip up. Now you can do so within a few minutes. Treat yourself with this easy recipe.
Strawberry Mug Pie: With this recipe, you can use fruit to satisfy that sweet tooth. Not to mention it just looks so pretty.
Nutella Cake: Nutella is possibly the best invention ever made, and this mug cake is possibly the second. This recipe produces the most gooey, chocolatey, brownie-like cake. You won’t be sorry for indulging.
Coffee Cake: Chocolate, white, red velvet… you’ve probably had several versions of these cakes throughout your lifetime. Try something new with this mug cake. Coffee cake is the perfect compliment to your morning brew, and a tasty one.
Banana Bread: Want something sweet, but not too sweet? Banana bread is the perfect choice.