This Microwave Omelet in a Mug is so easy and the eggs come out so light and fluffy&;#33; Perfect for those busy mornings and it’s easy to make it just the way you like it&;#33; SUPER SIMPLE OMELET RECIPE Today I am sharing one of my favorite quick and easy breakfasts. We all love this because it can easily be tailored to our individual tastes and can be made simply or with all the fixins&;#33; I am excited to share it because it is absolutely something you can make every day without a lot of fuss. Personally‚ for me‚ if I start the day with a protein-filled breakfast‚ then it makes me WAY less hungry for the rest of the day. So this is healthy but also super yummy&;#33; FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’S)  Is this low carb&;#63; As a basic recipe‚ it is low carb. It should be noted that the carb count given in the recipe card below is strictly for the eggs‚ water‚ salt and pepper. Anything you add into the recipe will potentially add to the carb count. These are strictly ideas for you. Please use your own trustable nutritional calculator to figure out the carb count for every add-in you decide to use in your omelet. What kind of mug should I use&;#63; It’s important to use a microwave-safe mug. Avoid using mugs with metallic accents or ones that are not marked as microwave-safe. A standard 8-ounce mug should work well. Is it safe to cook eggs in the microwave&;#63; It is safe to cook eggs in the microwave as long as you use a microwave-safe mug and cook them for the appropriate amount of time. However‚ be careful when removing the mug from the microwave as it will be hot. What are some ideas for add-ins&;#63; Shredded cheese‚ chopped vegetables‚ diced ham or bacon‚ cooked sausage‚ or herbs and spices. This is a great recipe to make when you have leftover ham. Keep in mind since this is an individual serving‚ everybody can make their own with whatever add ins they want to include. This is a fun way to include the kiddos in a fun‚ family kitchen activity and a great way to get them started in learning to help in the kitchen. Can I keep leftovers&;#63; Yes‚ you could. But‚ I will say this is best when you first make it. Store leftovers how you would with any other omelet‚ in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) eggs – I usually just use large eggs for this. water – this helps to make the eggs light and fluffy. salt and pepper – add whatever seasonings you prefer. If you need to keep this low sodium then just don’t add the salt or use a seasoning like Mrs. Dash. any additional add-ins you enjoy: ham‚ bacon‚ shredded cheese‚ green peppers‚ onions‚ etc. HOW TO MAKE MICROWAVE OMELET IN A MUG Spray a microwave-safe mug with nonstick cooking spray. Crack 2 eggs into the mug. Add one tablespoon of water. Stir well with a fork.  Season eggs with salt and pepper.  Add in desired fillings.  Microwave for 1-2 minutes (until eggs are cooked through and fluffy.) CRAVING MORE RECIPES&;#63; Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug (+Video)3-2-1 Microwave Mug Cake (+Video)Pumpkin Mug CakeSausage‚ Egg &; Cheese Breakfast BurritosLow Carb Baked Ham &; Egg CupsMicrowave Scrambled Egg Cups Originally Published: July 2016Updated photos &; republished: April 2024 Print Microwave Omelet in a Mug This Microwave Omelet in a Mug is so easy and the eggs come out so light and fluffy&;#33; Perfect for those busy mornings and it's easy to make it just the way you like it&;#33; Course BreakfastCuisine American Prep Time 5 minutes minutesCook Time 2 minutes minutesTotal Time 7 minutes minutes Servings 1 Calories 324kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients2 large eggs1 Tablespoon watersalt and pepper‚ to tasteOptional filling ideas:green pepper‚ finely dicedyellow onion‚ finely dicedham‚ finely dicedcooked bacon‚ crumbledshredded cheddar cheese InstructionsSpray a microwave-safe mug with nonstick cooking spray.Crack 2 large eggs into the microwave-safe mug.Add 1 Tablespoon water. Stir well with a fork. Season eggs with salt and pepper‚ to taste. Add in desired fillings (green pepper‚ finely diced‚ yellow onion‚ finely diced‚ ham‚ finely diced‚ cooked bacon‚ crumbled and/or shredded cheddar cheese) Microwave for 1-2 minutes (until eggs are cooked through and fluffy) Video Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.