Top 5 Microwaveable Meals

While Tarleton has some awesome dining options on campus (including the infamous Chick-Fil-A), you aren’t always going to want to leave your room to get food. That’s why we found some of the BEST and easiest microwaveable meals, so you have some convenient and tasty options. The best part? They are all made in a coffee mug! Such an easy cleanup.

Heritage's residence hall. Photo of bedroom with microwave and minifridge.
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Pancake in a Mug

Missing mom’s homemade pancakes? Well this 2 Minute Pancake in a Mug recipe by Colleen Christensen Nutrition can give you that taste of home that you’re missing! With only five ingredients, it is a must-try!

Pancake in a mug with strawberries, blueberries, and maple syrup.
Photo courtesy of Colleen Christensen Nutrition

Fettuccine Alfredo

A great option for lunch or dinner is this Microwave Fettuccine Alfredo from Kimspired DIY. Total cook and prep time is only 10 minutes! Doesn’t that sound better than Ramen?!

Fettuccine Alfredo in a mint blue mug with a fork with noodles wrapped around it.
Photo courtesy of Kimspired DIY

Healthy Banana Bread

Looking for something a little healthier? Search no further – this Healthy Banana Bread from Best Mug Cakes is another 2-minute microwave recipe. Plus, this recipe is gluten free! What a great idea for a midnight studying snack!

Healthy banana bread in a brown mug with chocolate chips
Photo courtesy of Best Mug Cakes

Chocolate Mug Cake

For those who have a sweet tooth, this Chocolate Mug Cake from Tastes Better from Scratch is a MUST TRY.  This dessert is a great option for a game night with friends or to treat yourself after acing an exam!

Chocolate cake made in a white mug
Photo courtesy of Tastes Better from Scratch

Microwave Scrambled Eggs

Okay, hear me out on this one. 2 minute Microwave Scrambled Eggs recipe from Where the Cookies Are. Simple ingredients for fluffy scrambled eggs in only 2 minutes! A great option for breakfast before class, plus, it is a healthy option! You can only go to Dunkin Donuts so many times…

Eggs made in a white mug with a pastry on the side.
Photo courtesy of Where the Cookies Are

You will quickly find yourself missing those homemade meals and these can give you a taste of what you’re missing! Plus, our Oscar P’s General Store on campus has a lot of the ingredients you will need for these recipes. I hope that you try these recipes and fall in love with the art of microwaveable meals.

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