Microwave Scrambled Eggs
- 7 min
- Serves 1
- 2 ingredients
5 minutes to prep, 2 to cook. A quick and simple breakfast hack that whips up fluffy scrambled eggs in the microwave using just eggs and a splash of milk. Perfect for busy mornings when you need a protein boost in under a minute.
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Method
Crack the eggs into a microwave‑safe bowl and add a little milk.
Stir the eggs and milk together until well combined.
Place the bowl in the microwave and cook for 40 seconds.
Remove, stir briefly, then return to the microwave for an additional 27 seconds.
Serve immediately.
Tips while you cook
- Combine ingredients thoroughly
- Stir the eggs and milk together until well combined before microwaving.
- Stir midway
- After the first 40‑second burst, stir briefly before the second microwave interval.
- Serve right away
- Serve immediately after the final cooking step for best texture.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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