Grilled cheese in a mug? Yes, even in your microwave you can have crispy, gooey goodness in 2 minutes. Tear bread into pieces, layer with cheese and butter, then microwave in a ramekin for a hack your inner child will adore.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No pan, no stove, just a mug or ramekin
- Ready in 2 minutes – the perfect solo snack
- Uses everyday bread and cheese
- Fun, nostalgic twist on a classic
Equipment
- Microwave-safe mug or small ramekin
- Butter knife
Timings & Servings
- Prep 1 min | Cook 1 min | Total 2 min
- Yields 1 mug grilled cheese
Ingredients
- 2 slices sandwich bread, torn into pieces
- 2 slices cheddar or American cheese, torn
- 1 tbsp butter, softened
- Optional: dash garlic powder, chopped scallions
Instructions
- Butter interior of a mug. Layer bread pieces and cheese, finishing with cheese on top.
- Microwave on high 1 min. If not fully melted, add 10 sec.
- Let sit 30 sec, then loosen edges with a spoon. Eat straight from mug.
Nutrition
≈300 kcal | 18 g fat | 24 g carbs | 9 g protein
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Grilled cheese in a mug? Yes, even in your microwave you can have crispy, gooey goodness in 2 minutes. Tear bread into pieces, layer with cheese and butter, then microwave in a ramekin for a hack your inner child will adore.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Butter interior of a mug. Layer bread pieces and cheese, finishing with cheese on top.
- Microwave on high 1 min. If not fully melted, add 10 sec.
- Let sit 30 sec, then loosen edges with a spoon. Eat straight from mug.
