Many aspects of college life are amazing, like the freedom you have and the great friends you make. But college food does not usually make that list. Although the food at most colleges is great, the lack of a kitchen and will power to go to the dining hall usually make students feel like cereal and ramen are their only options. But that is not true! There are endless recipes that can be made without having to cook anything or with just a microwave. With a few simple ingredients, you can make healthy and tasty meals in your dorm. From breakfast to dessert, here are 15 recipes that are perfect to make in your dorm room:
Breakfast
1. Mug Pancakes
You don't need a stove to make pancakes in the morning! Although this isn't your traditional pancake, this mug pancake is tastes just like the real deal! Made with common ingredients like eggs and milk, these pancakes are an easy and delicious way to start your day.
2. French Toast in a Cup
If you are looking for something to make with that loaf of bread you bought (but will actually never use) this french toast in a cup is perfect! The french toast only takes two minutes to make, making it an ideal alternative to cereal when you are in a rush.
3. Breakfast Burrito
If you are looking for something that you can take on the go, then search no farther! This breakfast burrito is perfect for the days that you need to get somewhere and only take three minutes to make.
4. Omelet in a Cup
This recipe for an omelet in a cup is perfect if you want some protein in the morning. In under two minutes you can cook up a yummy omelet, which is great because you can mix in whatever you want!
Lunch/Dinner
5. Pita Pizza
Who doesn't crave pizza once in a while? But sometimes you just don't feel like leaving the comfort of your dorm room and venturing to the dining hall or ordering pizza and waiting for it to get delivered. If you need pizza right away, this recipe is great! It only takes about two minutes to cook and is made with simple ingredients. You can add or take out whatever you want in the recipe to make your dream creation.
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6. Salad in a Jar
If you are looking for something healthy to eat, a salad in a jar is a quick and easy meal to prepare! This recipe is great for on the go and makes use of all of those mason jars you have but never use!
7. Mac and Cheese in a Mug
Mac and cheese is simply the best comfort food there is. But when you live in a dorm and don't have a stove you can't make this cheesy wonder. But recipes like this one solve that problem! This instant mac and cheese recipe is ridiculously easy to make and will crave your need for yummy mac and cheese.
8. Taco in a Bag
If you are in the mood for some Mexican food, this quick and easy taco recipe is perfect! This recipe only takes five minutes to make and doesn't require you to get any dishes dirty so there is no clean up!
9. Upgraded Ramen Recipes
It's common knowledge that most college students eat a lot of ramen because it is cheap and easy to make. Although ramen is great on its own, by adding a few simple ingredients you can make a whole new delicious meal! These nine recipes will give you ways to upgrade your ramen game and make quick and yummy meals.
Desserts
10. Brownie Cake
If you are craving a warm gooey chocolaty desert, this recipe is just for you! This brownie recipe can be made in the microwave in a couple of minutes and with a few ingredients. It is also gluten free, vegan, low fat, and sugar free! (And great with some ice cream on top!)
11. Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug
There is nothing better than a warm chocolate chip cookie, but when you don't have an oven these are hard to come by, unless you have this recipe. With just a few basic ingredients, you can have a warm, soft chocolate chip cookie that takes seconds to make and doesn't involve cleaning up bowls and trays!
12. Molten Chocolate Mug Cake
We all know the best dessert at restaurants are the chocolate molten lava cakes. And now you can make them quick and easy in your microwave! This recipe takes five minutes in total to make and will leave you wanting more of this heavenly dessert.
13. Microwave Baked Apples
If chocolate isn't your thing, then make use of those dining hall apples and make a delicious baked apple in you microwave. With an apple and a few spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, you can make a yummy and "healthy" dessert in your microwave in minutes. (Which is also great with ice cream!).
14. Peanut Butter Bars
If you want to make something with that jar of peanut butter you bought to make PB&J, these no bake peanut butter bars are the perfect treat! Just microwave the peanut butter and chocolate and pour them in a pan to refrigerate, and presto, you have your own homemade Reese's bars.
