Learn how to make my quick and easy individual pizza in a mug in just 2 minutes in the microwave. We add pepperoni and cheese but you can add any toppings you'd like. Kids can make this recipe without help - it's that simple!
I have worked from home for over nine years, ever since my younger daughter was six months old. It was rocky at first as my family adjusted to my being home but being unavailable, but over the years, we developed a routine.
For the first four years, I worked in the evenings after Joe got home from work. Our kids were little then, and I liked to spend my days playing and running around with the girls rather than working.
I know that working at night is not an option for a lot of parents right now, even though their kids are small, and I take my hat off to those people. I know it is so very hard. If that is you, just know that you are doing a great job it all!
Anyway, for the last five or so years, I have worked full time in the daytime. It was a big adjustment for all of us as I had to do what I had to do on the computer, and the kids had to do a lot of things for themselves.
Now, we have a good routine. My kids, who are picky eaters, know that they are responsible for their own breakfasts and, if they are able, they should get their own lunches too. Allie, who is 9, still asks me to help her, but even she is working on making her own food.
The yummiest mug pizza came from Allie's need to cook for herself. When I say for herself, I really mean that she comes back to my home office, asks me to make the pizza for her, then when I say no, asks me to "help" her which really means to stand next to her and remind her of the steps required. I don't know why she wants me to help except that it's her way of getting attention from me at a time when she otherwise wouldn't.
So pizza. This microwave pizza is made in a mug, and it is the easiest pizza you will ever make.
Is this exactly like a pizza with a crust?
No, of course it is not. It is made with bread and pizza sauce, so the flavors are all there, but it is not a traditional pizza with sauce and toppings on top of a crust.
Even though it's different from a normal pizza, give it a try. It is good and fills the craving for cheesy pizza goodness.
What you'll need to make a pizza in a mug
You need a microwavable mug, about 16 ounces. Did I even have to say that? Yes, yes I did, and here's why. Some fancy mugs have metal in the glaze and get VERY VERY VERY HOT in the microwave. You don't want to turn your 9-year-old loose with a cup that gets scalding when heated. Go with a plain old, cheap #1 MOM mug or some such. Plain and easy.
INGREDIENTS
See printable recipe card at the bottom of the page for measurements and nutritional information.
- Bread - We are not messing around making a pizza crust with flour and baking powder or baking soda and other from scratch nonsense. This is an easy recipe that kids can make, so we're starting out with a slice of bread.
- Large egg
- Italian seasoning - If you don't have Italian seasoning, you can sprinkle some dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme.
- Pizza sauce - Pizza sauce has pizza spices in it, which makes this recipe taste good. If all you have is marinara sauce, go ahead and use that but throw in some extra Italian seasoning.
- Shredded cheddar cheese - We are a cheddar family. You can also use mozzarella cheese. In fact, that would make your pizza in a mug more authentically pizza tasting. Actually, any melty gooey cheese will work in this recipe.
- Pizza toppings of your choice like pepperoni, mushrooms, or onions - We like mini pepperoni slices, crumbled cooked sausage, and chopped bacon, but any toppings are good.
How to make a microwave mug pizza recipe
- Tear one slice of bread into bite sized pieces and add it to your microwave-safe mug.
- Whisk the egg in a small bowl. Pour over the bread in the mug.
- Add pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, cheese, and toppings to the mug. Sprinkle a pinch of salt, if you want. Stir to mix well.
- Microwave for 2-3 minutes, until egg is set. The mug will be very hot so be careful removing it from the microwave.
Can you double the pizza in a mug recipe?
No. We have tried to add 2 slices of bread and 2 eggs to a single large mug, and it doesn't turn out very well. It is too hard to get everything mixed up to make a tasty pizza. Stick to one piece of bread and one egg per mug.
If you like pizza in a mug, you should check out brownie in a mug!
Here are some other yummy pizza recipes you might enjoy:
- The Best Easy Mini Breakfast Pizzas on English Muffins (includes instructions for traditional English muffin pizzas with pizza sauce & cheese)
- Quick & Easy Pizza Dip Recipe
- Chicken Crust Pizza – The Best Low Carb & Gluten-Free Pizza Recipe
- How to Make Popover Pizza Casserole – Upside Down Pizza Recipe
- How to Grill Pizza Dough
Recipe
Microwave Pizza in a Mug
Ingredients
- 1 slice bread
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons pizza sauce
- ⅓ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Pizza toppings like pepperoni, mushrooms, or onions
Instructions
- Tear the bread into bite-sized pieces and place in the mug.
- Whisk the egg in a small bowl. Pour into the bread and mix.
- Add pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, cheese, and toppings (if using) to the mug. Mix well.
- Microwave for 2-3 minutes, until egg is set. The mug will be very hot so be careful removing it from the oven.
Notes
Nutrition
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Megan says
Thank you for this recipe. My daughter is always trying new mug recipes and will love it.
Tara Ziegmont says
You're welcome! Come back and let us know how she likes it.
Alaina says
This is an interesting recipe that I can't wait to try with my daughter. She's 10 and loves to try all sorts of recipes. I'm also excited about the possibilities of variations using different cheese and bread types. Thanks for sharing this recipe, Allie! I hope it gets lots of views even if it doesn't technically go viral. 🙂
Nicole says
Good job Allie! Can't wait to show my 6 year old son tomorrow. He loves any kind of pizza and will be excited to make this on his own.
Sandy says
This recipe was perfect. I did alter the recipe to suit my low carb diet. I used low carb bread, 2 pieces since my bread is smaller in size, used eggbeaters for the egg, added onion, mushrooms, olives, and skipped the pepperoni and used some ground beef instead. Tho I have seen cheddar used before I have not tried it, until now because it was all I had. It was great and filling. Thank you for this easy recipe.
Tara Gerner says
Thanks for the tips!