We’re always looking for quick and easy ways to cook a good meal, without all the vigorous effort of course, because let‘s face it— we don’t have all the time in the world. 

For that reason, here are some of the easiest 5-minute mug recipes that won’t keep you too long in the kitchen. 

[ Something Sweet ]

|1| Choc Fudge S'mores Mug Cake

source: howsweeteats.com

Ingredients:

• 2-3 tbsps graham cracker crumbs

• 3 1/2 tbsps of butter, melted

• 2 tbsps granulated sugar

• 1 egg

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour (or all-purpose flour)

• 2 tbsps cocoa powder 

• 1/8 tsp baking powder

• Pinch of salt

• 1 1/2 ounces milk chocolate (chopped or morsels)

• Marshmallow fluff, cream, or actual marshmallows

Instructions:

For the crust,

1. Combine 3 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of chocolate in a bowl then melt the two ingredients in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. 

2. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining melted butter with 2-3 tablespoons of graham cracker crumbs and stir until well mixed.

3. Press graham crumbs into the bottom of your mug.

For the batter, 

1. whisk egg, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. 

2. Add in flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa, then stir. 

3. Stream in melted butter and chocolate, then sprinkle in chocolate chips. 

4. Pour half of the mixture on top of the graham crust, then add a scoop of marshmallow fluff/cream or a few marshmallows. 

5. Add the remaining batter on top, then heat in the microwave for 2 minutes or so. 

6. Top with additional marshmallows if desired. 

|2| Cookie And Creams Mug Cake

source: kirbiecravings.com

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup white chocolate chips

• 4 tbsp milk

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/4 tsp baking powder

• 2 pieces of Oreos

Instructions:

1. Combine white chocolate and 3 tbsp of milk into an oversized microwaveable mug. 

2. Microwave for about 50 seconds. After that, stir with a fork until chocolate is melted. 

3. Add flour and baking powder into the mixture, then whisk until the batter is smooth. It will be quite thick. 

4. Add in the additional 1 tbsp milk and stir again.

5. Smash Oreos into the batter then microwave for 1 minute.

6. Let cool before consuming.

|3| Microwave Peanut Butter Swirl Brownie

source: heatherdisarro.com

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp butter, softened

• 2 tbsp sugar

• 1-1/2 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp cocoa powder or a handful of chocolate chips

• 1 egg yolk

• 3 tbsp flour

• Pinch of salt

• Splash of vanilla

• 1 tbsp slightly heated creamy peanut butter

Instructions:

1. Combine the butter, sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, and egg yolk until smooth.

2. Stir in the cocoa, salt, and flour until well combined; if you’re using chocolate chips, stir them in last. 

3. Pour the mixture into the ramekin or mug, then add a swirl of peanut butter on top.

4. Microwave for 45-75 seconds in the microwave until it's nicely baked.

5. avoid overbaking or the cake will get too chewy.

[ Something Savoury ]

|1| Omelette In A Mug

source: justputzing.com

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tbsp flour

• 1 tbsp skim milk

• 1 tbsp any kind of cheese you have on hand

• 2 tbsp diced bell pepper

• 2 tbsp diced onion

• ½ leftover chicken

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. In a mug, crack and beat your eggs with a fork.

2. Then add the flour, milk, cheese, and diced vegetables.

3. Cut chicken into small pieces, then combine in the egg mixture.

4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Microwave for 1-1/2 min to 2 min, or until the egg is cooked to your liking. 

 |2| Cheesy Spaghetti In A Mug

source: ladyandpups.com

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups of spaghetti, broken into short segments

• 1 1/2 cups of water

• 1/4 tsp of salt

• 1 cup of heavy cream

• 1/2 cup of cheese (or however much you prefer)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

• Sausages

• 1 clove of garlic, finely minced

• 1 tsp of unsalted butter

Instructions: 

1. Break the spaghetti up into short segments and put them into a microwave-proof bowl. 

2. Add water and salt, then stir to combine. Microwave until the pasta is al-dente.

3. Mix the heavy cream and cheese into the mug and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

3. Place the sausages (chopped), minced garlic, and unsalted butter into two mugs. Microwave for 2 and a half minutes.

4. Divide the spaghetti and cheese mixture into the mugs and mix with the sausage on the bottom. 

5. Top it with more cheese and freshly ground black pepper. 

6. Microwave on high for another 3:30 min until hot and bubbly (careful of over-spilling).

|3| Pizza In A Mug

source: biggerbolderbaking.com

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 1/8 teaspoons baking powder

• 1/16 teaspoons baking soda

• 1/8 teaspoons salt

• 3 tablespoons of milk

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil

• 1 tablespoon marinara or tomato sauce

• Mozarella cheese or any other cheese you have on hand

• Mini pepperonis or chopped sausages

• 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil or oregano will work)

Instructions:

1. Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a microwavable mug.

2. Pour in the milk and oil then mix together. 

3. Spread marinara or tomato sauce around the surface of the batter.

4. Sprinkle on the cheese, pepperoni, and dried herbs.

5. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until it rises up and the toppings are bubbling.