It’s back to school time, which means you’ve gotta learn how to cook for yourself. Cooking single-serve recipes is the best way to keep your roomie from eating all your food (in addition to straight up hiding food from them…) and to avoid eating leftovers. Stay single, people.
1. Classic Pancakes
Photo by Agnes Chen
So good. So easy to make. So customizable. Recipe here.
2. Dark Chocolate Mug Cake
Dark chocolate is healthy, right? Make it here.
3. Microwaveable Rice Crispy Treat
Photo by Rebecca Block
All you need is cereal, marshmallows, butter, a mug, and a minute. Recipe here.
4. Peanut Butter Cookies
Photo by Palma Gubert
This recipe makes the chewiest, softest peanut butter cookie on Earth. If you’re not into chewy cookies, try substituting brown sugar for white sugar. Recipe here.
5. Banana Bread in a Mug
You don’t even need an oven for this. Recipe here.
6. Rosemary Parmesan Popcorn
Photo by Alina Polishuk
For optimal taste, pair it with Netflix. Alone. When your roommate is out for the night. Recipe here.
7. Healthy Chocolate Mousse
Photo by Mikayla Baiocchi
You won’t even taste the avocado. Recipe here.
8. Italian Baked Eggs
Photo by Liz Tadie
It looks super difficult to make, but no one has to know that it only took five minutes. Recipe here.
9. Standard Salsa
Photo by Paavani Jain
If you want to add in more spice, add a little chopped jalapeño. Recipe here.
10. Avocado Toast
Photo by Phoebe Melnick
Okay, avocado toast might be a little basic, but it’s super easy and quick to make. Just be sure not to Instagram it. Recipe here.
11. Eggs Benedict
Photo by Jade Hsiao
Brunch on a school night, yippee! Recipe here.
12. 2-Ingredient Pancakes
Photo by Zoe Zaiss
Low carb for when you’re low on ingredients. Recipe here.
13. 3-Minute Oatmeal
Photo by Karina Rao
Use rolled oats and add honey instead of using the overpriced packets. Recipe here.
14. Breakfast Pizza
Photo by Natsuko Mazany
Last night’s pizza just got better. Recipe here.
15. Margarita Matzah Pizza
Photo by Tara Botwinick
Even when it’s not Passover, you’ll be craving this. Recipe here.
16. 4-Minute Egg McMuffin
Photo by Karina Rao
Even though McDonald’s has all day breakfast, this DIY version is much healthier and cheaper to make. Learn how here.
17. Pizza Lunchables
Photo by Katherine Baker
The healthier and better tasting version of your childhood. Pair with some Dunkaroos and pack it for a field trip. Recipe here.
18. Spicy Honey-Glazed Mashed Potatoes & Breaded Chicken
Photo by Savannah Carter
Basically a portable Thanksgiving meal. Recipe here.
19. Microwave Apple Cinnamon Crisp
Photo by Maggie Gorman
This recipe is going to make your roommate drool. Top with ice cream for even more deliciousness. Recipe here.
20. Dark Peanut Butter and White Chocolate Popcorn
Photo by Alina Polishuk
All you need is a microwave. Recipe here. #StopBuyingPremadePopcorn2K15
21. Easy Vegan Caramel Apples with Walnuts and Chocolate
Photo by Maggie Gorman
Make your own caramel for added freshness and play with different topping combinations. You’ll never get tired of this. Recipe here.
22. Microwaveable Cornbread
Photo by Alex Weiner
Top with chili and you’re good to go. Recipe here.
23. Sriracha-Lime Shrimp and Garlic Cheese Grits In A Jar
Photo by Savannah Carter
Or you can bake your cornbread and make this amazing shrimp and grits in a jar. Recipe here.
24. Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes
Photo by Katya Simkhovich
This lava cake is easier than it seems. You can even use your toaster oven. Learn how here.
25. Apple, Goat Cheese and Honey Quesadilla
By Danny Schuleman
You can also make this in your dining hall. Recipe here.
26. No Bake Cake
Who knew cake mix and soda made just a great pairing? Here’s how.
27. Cuban-Style Turkey Avocado Panini
Photo by Hannah Cooper
Who needs to buy sandwiches when making them is so much easier? Whip it up like this.
28. Pumpkin Spice Mug Cake
Photo by Case Chun
Pumpkin spice. Cinnamon. Mugs. Fall is officially here. Recipe here.
29. Omelette in a Mug
Photo by Megan Prendergast
Breakfast real fast. Recipe here.
30. Wild Rice and Veggie Stuffed Pepper
Photo by Megan Prendergast
Eat out of the pepper so you don’t have to do dishes. Recipe here.
31. Caprese Chicken
Photo by Megan Prendergast
More proof that tomato, mozzarella and basil is the best flavor combination out there. Recipe here.
32. Grilled Peach and Ricotta Crostini
Photo by Hannah Cooper
This sweet and savory toast will replace your avocado toast obsession. Recipe here.
33. Bacon, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Hash
All you need is tinfoil and a toaster oven. Recipe here.
34. Apricot, Goat Cheese and Almond Bites
Photo by Aarthi Chezian
No bake. You don’t even need a microwave. Recipe here.
35. Eggplant and Caramelized Onion Pizza
Photo by Paige Twombly
Guilt free. Recipe here.
36. S’mores Muffin
Photo by Jade Hsiao
It’s all about the toasted marshmallows. You’ll be begging for s’more. Recipe here.
37. Buddha Bowl
Photo by Hannah Cather
For when you’re tired of salad. Recipe here.
38. Sushi Burrito
Photo by Lily Lou
This recipe is super customizable, and you can use the veggies in your fridge.
39. Faux Shepherd’s Pie In A Mason Jar
Photo by Savannah Carter
This Shepherd’s pie in a jar is portable and great for eating when you’re in a rush. Recipe here.
40. Black Bean Dip and Chips
Photo by Kathryn Stouffer
Because no one asks for pinto beans when they go to Chipotle. Recipe here.
41. Portobello Pizza
Photo by Paige Twombly
Proof that portobello mushrooms can do anything. Recipe here.
42. Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Photo by Sristi Pradhan
You can also buy candy melts to cover your strawberries with for added color. Recipe here.
43. Creamy “Honey Bear” Dip
Photo by Kathryn Stouffer
This light and creamy dip is great with apples, pears, and almost every other fruit. Recipe here.
44. Veggie Black Bean Burger
Photo by Megan Prendergast
This veggie burger doesn’t try to be a meat patty. Meat patties wish they were it. Recipe here.
45. Brûleéd Grapefruit
Photo by Jocelyn Hsu
No torch or fancy cooking supplies necessary. Recipe here.
46. Overnight Oats
Photo by Gabby Phi
For when you want a cold, filling breakfast, but you’re too lazy and tired to make it in the morning. Recipe here.
47. Mac ‘n Cheese in A Mug
Photo by Megan Prendergast
Throw out that Easy Mac and orange cheese powder. Recipe here.
48. Couscous Greek Salad
Photo by Megan Prendergast
Can you believe that you can make this stuff in a mug? Recipe here.
49. Green Smoothie
Photo by Kathryn Stouffer
Finally look forward to eating your greens with this smoothie, which doesn’t taste like blended kale. Recipe here.
50. Mango and Coconut Chia Seed Pudding
Photo by Giulianna Gadelha
Store overnight in the fridge and grab it in the morning. It’s basically guilt-free dessert for breakfast. Recipe here.
51. Chocolate Chip Cookie In A Mug
Photo by Megan Prendergast
It’s all about portion control. Recipe here.