It’s totally that time of year. You’ve got a million things to do in the morning and more than likely end up running out the door without breakfast…or worse, eating a grab-and-go option that’s going to make you crash before noon.
Your mornings deserve better, and we have you covered. Here are some of our favorite healthy breakfast recipes that are easy to prepare in the microwave and (ready to have your mind blown?) are both made and served in a mug! #bonappetit
Scrambled Eggs and Bacon
A breakfast classic, made modern in a mug. This recipe has protein and cheesy goodness! What more could you want in a mug in the morning? Oh yes: coffee. Don’t forget that, too.
For the full recipe, click here.
Easy Peanut Butter Cake
YES, THIS IS A CAKE RECIPE FOR BREAKFAST. Peanut butter is an excellent source of protein for you to devour in the morning. Mix things up by eating dessert for breakfast with this flourless cake.
For the full recipe, click here.
Easy Chocolate Cake
We aren’t kidding. You can totally have cake for breakfast, and this one even has chocolate! You’ve probably seen the recipe for cake on YouTube and Facebook, and it’s time to see it in your kitchen. It only takes about a minute to cook, and we know you can spare that before rushing out the door.
For the full recipe, click here.
Spinach Omelet
Spinach. Egg. Cheese. Enough said.
…But if we had to elaborate, we’d tell you that this is a great way to work a green veggie rich in iron and magnesium into the most important meal of the day. You’ll concentrate and focus better and likely be fuller for longer, preventing any mid-morning snack cravings.
For the full recipe, click here.
Avocado Mac & Cheese
Stick with us here. If you’re looking to get creative for your morning meal, we wanted to share a twist on a classic. This mac & cheese upgrade adds some greenery to your life with avocados. (Did you know they’re good for more than guac?)
For the full recipe, click here.
Carrot Mug Cake
We clearly have a thing for cake as breakfast. Bauer College alumna Janette Bustamante (BBA ’10) shared with us her take on carrot cake in a mug, and you know you can trust her recipe because she speaks from experience with the whole business-student-in-a-hurry thing.
For the full recipe, click here.