How to make an egg patty in the microwave

This Microwave Egg Sandwich is quick, easy and ready in 2 minutes making it the perfect breakfast or snack on a busy day.

*Originally published December 2012*

Hi Friends!

Allow me to introduce you to this microwave egg sandwich. I first shared it on the blog 8 years ago and I still make it regularly so I decided it was time for it to be brought back into the spotlight again. This is actually my three-year-old’s favorite way to eat an egg. She asks for one several times a week for breakfast or snack time.

The key to this super fast sandwich is cooking the egg in the microwave. You can use a large ramekin (I have some 16oz ones that are about 4.5 inches across on the bottom) but usually I just use our everyday bowls that came with our plate set. 

Spray the bowl, add an egg, stir it up. Cover with a paper towel and microwave. You’ll have to play around with the time for your own microwave but mine takes 35-40 seconds!

Microwave Egg Sandwich

As far as the sandwich goes, your options are endless! You need:

• Bread – we just use regular sandwich bread but any bun, roll or bagel would work!
• Egg – I’ve tried making two eggs at once and it never works out so if you want more than one egg for your sandwich, I recommend making them one at a time. 
• Toppings – Avocado and cheese are our go-to’s but you could add baby spinach, roasted red peppers, bacon, etc!

Eat your sandwich on the run or pair it with yogurt and fruit for a balanced sitdown breakfast.

Here’s how you make it:

Microwave Egg Sandwich

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This Microwave Egg Sandwich is quick, easy and ready in 2 minutes making it the perfect breakfast or snack on a busy day.

• Author: Lindsay
• Yield: serves 1

Ingredients

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1–2 slices of bread (or a bun, roll, bagel, etc)
1 egg
Optional toppings: avocado, cheese, veggies, bacon etc

Instructions

1. Spray a cereal bowl or large ramekin with oil.
2. Add an egg and stir well.
3. Cover with a paper towel and microwave 35-45 seconds or until cooked.
4. Toast bread. Add cooked egg and toppings.
5. Enjoy!

Notes

If you want more than one egg on your sandwich, cook them separately.

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Looking for more quick egg recipes?

• Egg Wraps
• Egg Waffles
• Egg in a Hole Breakfast Sandwich

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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Video Cooking “Fried Eggs” in the Microwave

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• Decide if you’re going to start with 1 egg or 2 eggs. Start with the base timing we recommended then add increments of about 15 seconds to reach your preferred texture. They cook so quick in the microwave, every 5 or so seconds makes a difference. After a couple times you’ll quickly be able to find the timing that works great for your microwave and liking.
• Cooking 2 eggs: both eggs might not cook at the same texture, but they will be very close. We found that there’s always one egg that cooked a little less. It might be because both eggs have a different exposure of heat in the bowl and one will usually cook a little firmer than the other. But if you’re wanting 2 eggs to be the exact same texture, we recommend cooking the 2 eggs separately. Here’s some more interesting info about eggs.
• All eggs in microwave recipe details are in the recipe box below.

Microwave “Fried Eggs” Breakfast

Yield: 1 serving

Prep Time: 2 mins

Cook Time: 2 mins

Total Time: 4 mins

All microwaves cook differently even if they are of the same size and wattage. You might need to adjust your cooking time. After a couple times you'll quickly be able to find the timing that works great for your microwave and liking.Nutrition is based on 2 eggs.

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Ingredients

• 1-2 egg(s)
• Salt , to taste
• Pepper , to taste
• Oil spray

Equipment

• Microwave

• Microwave safe Glass or Ceramic Bowl

Instructions 

• Lightly oil the inside of a medium microwave safe bowl. Crack the egg(s) into the bowl and season with salt & pepper to taste.

• Pierce the egg yolks(s) with the tip of a pointy knife to prevent the them from potentially popping when microwaving. Cover with a microwave safe lid or plate.

• For 1 Egg in a Bowl: Microwave on High for 30 seconds. Let stand for 1 minute covered before removing plate to check doneness. If needed, cover again and continue microwaving in 15-20 second intervals until cooked to your preference.

• For 2 Eggs in a Bowl: Microwave on High for 1 minute. Let stand for 1 minute covered before removing plate to check doneness. If needed, cover again and continue microwaving in 15-20 second intervals until cooked to your preference. Serve with toast if desired.

Notes

Refer to Your Microwave Manual for Safety & Cooking GuidelinesGeneral microwave cooking time notes:

• 600-800w – Lower Wattage Microwaves: More time often needed
• 900-1100w – Average Wattage Microwaves
• 1200-1300w – High Wattage Microwaves: Less time often needed

• Microwave safe glass (particularly borosilicate glass) & ceramic containers are the recommended choice. *Do not use cracked or otherwise damaged containers.
• Microwave safe plastic containers are considered safe by the FDA but many health organizations caution against using them. 
• Never use plastics (containers, bags, wrap, etc.) that are not labeled microwave safe. Never use styrofoam, metal, or aluminum foil. 
• Lids – microwave safe glass, ceramic or silicone is best. A microwave safe plate works great as a lid. Parchment paper, wax paper, or paper towels work fine, but may not hold the steam in as much (many recipes benefits from the steam retention). Microwave safe plastic lids are considered acceptable. Usually we prefer to use a lid from glass, ceramic, or silicone and just use the microwave safe plastic lids that come with the containers for storing. 

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Nutrition Information

Calories: 145kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 327mg, Sodium: 126mg, Potassium: 121mg, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 475IU, Calcium: 49mg, Iron: 2mg

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 145

What to serve with these eggs?

• Crispy bacon or cooked sausage
• Salsa is great on eggs!
• Different hot sauces
• Pesto has great flavor and compliments eggs
• Different types of toast or flatbread

Love to learn more about our microwave recipes using fresh ingredients? Check out all our recipes in the microwave for breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. It’s super easy to learn how to cook fresh and wholesome meals in the microwave. It’s not just for reheating and this appliance definitely needs more credit for cooking real food in minutes. If you make any of our recipes, please share with us in the comments below. Or share your photo with us on social media. We’d love to see! This recipe was originally published in 2019 and re-published in 2021 with updated tips.

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