This incredibly easy bread recipe is just 2 ingredients and cooks in 30 seconds. It only takes about one minute to prepare. The bread comes out so soft and fluffy. The bread also doesn’t require any yeast, eggs, oil, butter or sugar.
I was in need of an easy bread recipe the other day and I only had a few minutes of spare time. Even though I’ve shared quite a few easy bread recipes, they still require some time for baking and I didn’t have enough time for that. So I decided to pop one in the microwave and hoped for the best. To my surprise, the bread came out just perfect. It was so soft and fluffy and tasted like fresh baked bread.
Mug to Use for Microwave Mug Bread
- I used a mug to make this bread. You can also use a wide ramekin. I prefer using a mug because it’s easy to mix the dough in.
- You want to choose a large oversized microwave-safe mug (something that can hold at least 16 oz of liquid). Try to choose a regular shaped mug. For example, very skinny or wide mugs can cause the bread to cook unevenly. Square base mugs are also not recommended because the dough often gets stuck in the corners and it’s harder to remove the bread. My mug measured a little over 4 inches in height and is about 3 3/4 inches wide.
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How to Make Microwave Bread
- The two ingredients are stirred together inside a large mug until a dough forms. This should only take a few seconds.
- The bread is then placed in the microwave to cook for about 30 seconds.
- The bread will rise during baking, but don’t expect it to fill the whole mug. This bread is about the size of an English muffin.
- Use a large spoon to loosen the bread from the edges of your mug and then slide the spoon to the bottom to help scoop the bread out. Slice the bread in half and enjoy as is or with your favorite spread. You can also toast the bread as well.
Can You Toast Bread In A Microwave
What happens if you put bread in the microwave?
That’s the real question you should be asking yourself. When you put bread in the microwave, you kind of ruin it, it’s edible, but the texture is all off. Specifically, once microwaved, bread becomes hard and chewy. If microwaved excessively, it becomes so hard and chewy that you basically can’t eat it.
Is it good to have wheat bread?
Yes, it is good to have wheat bread. Whole grains keep the entire grain intact, including the germ, endosperm and the bran. The bran is the harder outer layer which is high in fiber. Whole wheat is high in fiber and considered more nutritious than refined grains. Whole wheat have been linked to numerous health benefits, including a decrease risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers. Whole wheat bread made from 100% whole wheat flour is higher in fiber, vitamins and minerals than breads made from refined wheat.
Can you store bread in the microwave?
When you store bread in the microwave, it can become stale more quickly because the heat and moisture can cause it to go bad. If you do need to store bread in the microwave, it’s best to wrap it in a paper towel or a dishcloth to help absorb any moisture.
Can bread dough be microwaved?
Bread dough can be microwaved if the recipe you are using is microwave-friendly. Otherwise, you might not get the results you want. Typically, bread dough takes four minutes to bake in the microwave. Make sure to monitor the bread and check that the bread’s internal temperature is around 200°F.