29 Gluten Free Microwave Recipes for Easy Dorm Room Cooking (2024)

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Gluten Free Microwave Recipes, Breakfast Edition: 1.English Muffins in a Minute (Keto, Paleo) - Low Carb Yum 2. Cozy and Creamy Quinoa Flakes Porridge, Three Ways (Vegan) -Casey the College Celiac 3. Best Keto Pancakes (Low Carb) -Kimspired DIY 4.Amazing One Minute Protein Brownie (Vegan and Dairy Free Options) - To Simply Inspire 5. Buckwheat and Rice Flake Porridge, or "Oatless Oatmeal" (Vegan) -Casey the College Celiac 6. Banana Bread Mug Cake -Melanie Cooks 7. Paleo "Instant" Oatmeal -Cook Eat Paleo 8. French Toast Mason Jars -MI Gluten Free Girl Gluten Free Microwave Recipes, Lunch/Dinner Edition: 9.Microwave Sweet Potatoes: How to Do It Right! (Paleo) - Cook at Home Mom 10. Microwave Stuffed Peppers for One -Crunch and Cream 11. 10-Minute Gluten Free Enchiladas - Flippin' Delicious 12. How to Cook Rice in the Microwave - Melanie Cooks 13. Microwave Stuffed Twice Baked Potatoes - From Val's Kitchen 14. Summer Squash Microwave Chips (Paleo, Low Carb) -My Life Cookbook 15. Best Keto Pizza (Low Carb) - Kimspired DIY 16.Microwave Fresh Herb Risotto - Crunch and Cream 17. Keto Microwave Bread Recipe with Coconut Flour (Low Carb) -Wholesome Yum Gluten Free Microwave Recipes, Dessert Edition: 18. Triple Chocolate Protein Mug Cake (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac 19.Keto Salty Chocolate Pecan Bark (Low Carb) - Healthy with Jamie 20. Matcha Mug Cake (Low Carb, Nut Free) -Everyday Maven 21. Strawberry Shortcake Mugcake (Keto, Low Carb) -Keto Cooking Christian 22. Dessert Banana Souffle (Dairy Free) - The Holy Mess 23. Mini Pumpkin Pie (Low Carb) -My Life Cookbook 24. Vegan Chocolate Mug Cake -Rhian's Recipes 25. Microwave Cinnamon Apples - Ginger Casa 26. Vegan Peach Cobbler (Vegetarian, Dairy Free) -Green Scheme TV 27. Low Carb Chocolate Mug Cake (Paleo, Keto) - Wholesome Yum 28. Easy Microwaveable Buckeye Fudge -The Baking ChocolaTess 29. Keto Strawberry Upside Down Cake (Low Carb) -How 2 Do Keto Happy College Dorm Cooking...or Just Easy Microwave Meals! ;) FAQs

As May - and my graduation from grad school! - gets closer, I find myself: 1. thinking a lot about undergrad and what it takes to survive college with celiac disease, and 2. needing allll the quick and easy gluten free recipes to fit my busy schedule. So I thought now would be a perfect time to do a round up of gluten free microwave recipes!

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Whether you're looking for a super easy breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert, you can find a healthy microwave recipe in the list below. If you're in college now, these recipes are perfect for dorm room cooking...and if you're just short on time, these healthy microwave recipes are still pretty dang delicious.

So without any further throat-clearing, let's dive right into these gluten free microwave recipes! And to make your dorm room cooking even easier, I've divided them into three categories: Breakfast, Lunch/Dinner and Dessert.

Gluten Free Microwave Recipes, Breakfast Edition:

1.English Muffins in a Minute (Keto, Paleo) - Low Carb Yum

Who knew that a microwave can help you can whip up a delicious, gluten free English muffin quickly enough to enjoy it even on your busiest mornings?!?

2. Cozy and Creamy Quinoa Flakes Porridge, Three Ways (Vegan) -Casey the College Celiac

If you can't tolerate oats in large amounts or just want to shake up your usual oatmeal, try one of these three quinoa flake recipes instead! I ate this nearly every morning for college before my 8 AM classes and never heard any complaints from my tummy. ;)

3. Best Keto Pancakes (Low Carb) -Kimspired DIY

Only ninety seconds and six ingredients are needed to make these gluten free pancakes in the comfort of your college dorm.

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4.Amazing One Minute Protein Brownie (Vegan and Dairy Free Options) - To Simply Inspire

Eating a healthy brownie for breakfast? That's now totally acceptable and super easy with this microwave gluten free brownie recipe!

5. Buckwheat and Rice Flake Porridge, or "Oatless Oatmeal" (Vegan) -Casey the College Celiac

This is another one of my go-to gluten free breakfast recipes, especially when I'm low on time or craving something warm and cozy. Healthy dorm meals have never been so easy!

6. Banana Bread Mug Cake -Melanie Cooks

For when you're craving gluten free banana bread but don't have time to turn on an oven...

7. Paleo "Instant" Oatmeal -Cook Eat Paleo

You only need one bowl, five ingredients and one microwave to whip up this epic paleo breakfast.

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8. French Toast Mason Jars -MI Gluten Free Girl

All the flavor of French toast with a lot less mess. Microwave recipes for the win!

Gluten Free Microwave Recipes, Lunch/Dinner Edition:

9.Microwave Sweet Potatoes: How to Do It Right! (Paleo) - Cook at Home Mom

If a wet paper towel isn't part of your sweet potato cooking routine, here's how and why to fix that ASAP.

10. Microwave Stuffed Peppers for One -Crunch and Cream

Cheesy, buttery rice combines with chili peppers, baby spinach and spices to create a stuffed pepper filling that you won't believe is cooked in your own microwave.

11. 10-Minute Gluten Free Enchiladas - Flippin' Delicious

Delicious, cheesy enchiladas...made in the microwave?!? MIND BLOWN.

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12. How to Cook Rice in the Microwave - Melanie Cooks

Throw in a few veggies and some beans or protein, and you have an easy, delicious dorm room dinner.

13. Microwave Stuffed Twice Baked Potatoes - From Val's Kitchen

Because you can never go wrong with a good stuff potato for dinner...

14. Summer Squash Microwave Chips (Paleo, Low Carb) -My Life Cookbook

Make your own healthy chips by just slicing a summer squash and cooking the coins in the microwave.

15. Best Keto Pizza (Low Carb) - Kimspired DIY

Now that I know I can make a delicious gluten free pizza in the microwave, I pretty much feel like a dorm room cooking queen.

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16.Microwave Fresh Herb Risotto - Crunch and Cream

This microwave risotto may not be your traditional version, but it still comes out creamy, rich and full of flavor.

17. Keto Microwave Bread Recipe with Coconut Flour (Low Carb) -Wholesome Yum

Save money and time by whipping up your own keto bread in the microwave instead of buying a specialty loaf from the store. Plus, you can eat it sweet or savory!

Gluten Free Microwave Recipes, Dessert Edition:

18. Triple Chocolate Protein Mug Cake (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac

The best part about this gluten free mug cake recipe is that it tastes decadent enough to enjoy for dessert, but it's also filled with nutritious ingredients that would make a fabulous breakfast as well. (And if you need even MORE gluten free mug cake recipes in your life, check out my previous round-up here!)

19.Keto Salty Chocolate Pecan Bark (Low Carb) - Healthy with Jamie

This healthy keto dessert will make you the envy of everyone in your college dorm...or whoever you live with. ;)

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20. Matcha Mug Cake (Low Carb, Nut Free) -Everyday Maven

Coconut flour and matcha powder combine into a vibrant, yummy mug cake that's perfect as a night snack.

21. Strawberry Shortcake Mugcake (Keto, Low Carb) -Keto Cooking Christian

This would be a berry yummy study snack for a long night. ;)

22. Dessert Banana Souffle (Dairy Free) - The Holy Mess

Who knew that two eggs, two bananas and one microwave could combine into such a delicious gluten free dessert?

23. Mini Pumpkin Pie (Low Carb) -My Life Cookbook

This healthy microwave recipe features all the delicious flavors of pumpkin pie with none of the hours toiling over the oven.

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24. Vegan Chocolate Mug Cake -Rhian's Recipes

Five minutes, five ingredients and a super versatile ingredient list all make this healthy microwave recipe a guaranteed winner.

25. Microwave Cinnamon Apples - Ginger Casa

I used to always snack on raw apples with cinnamon...but cooking them in the microwave would take this healthy snack or dessert to the next level.

26. Vegan Peach Cobbler (Vegetarian, Dairy Free) -Green Scheme TV

No oven needed to whip up this easy vegan dessert.

27. Low Carb Chocolate Mug Cake (Paleo, Keto) - Wholesome Yum

For when you need an epic gluten free dessert but don't have the time or patience to spend more than five minutes making it.

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28. Easy Microwaveable Buckeye Fudge -The Baking ChocolaTess

If you love peanut butter and chocolate, then this microwave fudge is your foodie dreams come true.

29. Keto Strawberry Upside Down Cake (Low Carb) -How 2 Do Keto

If you're a fan of pineapple upside-down cake but don't want to bother cutting a whole pineapple in your dorm, this strawberry upside-down cake is the perfect alternative.

Happy College Dorm Cooking...or Just Easy Microwave Meals! ;)

Whether you're in college and ovens and extensive cooking time are in short supply, or you need just an easy and healthy microwave recipe, I hope this roundup gives you a new appreciation for all a microwave can do...and just how delicious microwave meals can really be!

Which of these microwave recipes will you try first? Or what's your favorite thing to make in the microwave? Tell me in the comments

29 Gluten Free Microwave Recipes for Easy Dorm Room Cooking (2024)

FAQs

What can I make if I only have a microwave? ›

20 best ever microwave meal ideas
  1. Microwave mug cake.
  2. Microwave risotto primavera.
  3. Fastest-ever lemon pudding.
  4. Microwave kale & chilli eggs recipe.
  5. Leeky salmon in a parcel.
  6. Microwave banana pudding.
  7. Microwave butternut squash risotto.
  8. Tuna sweet potato jackets.

What can I cook for someone who is gluten intolerant? ›

  • Classic Stuffed Peppers. ...
  • Cacio E Pepe Sweet Potato Noodles. ...
  • Lemony Chicken & Potatoes With Feta. ...
  • Feta & Herb-Crusted Salmon. ...
  • Creamy Gochujang White Chicken Chili. ...
  • Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole. ...
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  • Best-Ever Gluten-Free Pasta.
Feb 22, 2023

Can I cook gluten free pasta in the microwave? ›

In a microwave safe bowl, combine the pasta and water. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stir, and cook another 2 minutes until the water is mostly absorbed.

How do you make food in a dorm room? ›

Thankfully, microwave cooking is perfect for all of that! For example, make instant ramen in the microwave and add frozen carrots and peas to the broth to bulk up the veggies. Or, use jarred tomato sauce and pre-chopped veggies to kickstart a microwave shakshuka.

What foods cannot be cooked in a microwave? ›

10 Things You Should Never Put in the Microwave
  • Chili Peppers.
  • Hard-Boiled Eggs.
  • Styrofoam.
  • Takeout Containers.
  • Mug of Water.
  • Grapes.
  • Leftover Potatoes.
  • Processed Meats.
Jan 27, 2023

What do most gluten-free people eat? ›

Allowed fresh foods
  • Fruits and vegetables.
  • Beans, seeds, legumes and nuts in their natural, unprocessed forms.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean, nonprocessed meats, fish and poultry.
  • Most low-fat dairy products.

What are the worst foods for celiac disease? ›

Foods to avoid with celiac disease
  • Cereals, breads, or other grain products that include wheat, rye, barley, or oats. ...
  • Processed cheese, cheese mixes, low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese, or sour cream.
  • Dairy products such as yogurt or ice cream that contain fillers or additives.
  • Canned soups or soup mixes.
Aug 10, 2023

What is the best food for gluten-free guests? ›

Fruits and vegetables are naturally gluten-free—so have plenty on hand for snacking. Rice, wild rice, corn and quinoa are gluten-free foods. Price Chopper does sell several different brands of gluten-free pasta. Meat, fish and chicken are also gluten-free, but some cold cuts do contain wheat starch as binders.

Can celiacs use the same microwave? ›

Microwave. Gluten-free members of your household can safely share the same microwave with those who do eat gluten, but don't heat up items together. Because microwave ovens are generally smaller than a conventional oven, there could be a significant risk of items spilling onto each other.

Why can't you reheat gluten-free pasta? ›

Unfortunately, it is not advisable to reheat gluten-free pasta because it is made of corn and rice, both of which break down more quickly and easily than wheat. As a result, gluten-free pasta tends to become mushy and tasteless when cooked a second time.

Why can't you put pasta sauce in the microwave? ›

The steam will form into bubbles beneath the sauce's top layer, causing it to burst all over your microwave. Nevertheless, the tomato sauce can wind up leaving red stains all over the interior of your appliance from the airborne bits of tomato, vegetable oil, and spices, and cause a giant mess.

What are some good dorm foods? ›

14 Dorm Food Essentials I'm Stocking in My Room This Fall
  • Greek Yogurt. Single-serving yogurt cups are easy to store in your fridge and eat without needing to dirty a dish. ...
  • Granola. ...
  • Baby Carrots. ...
  • Hummus. ...
  • Apples. ...
  • Nut Butter. ...
  • Protein Bars. ...
  • Ready-Made Salads.
Aug 21, 2023

Why are air fryers not allowed in dorms? ›

Air fryers

An air fryer might seem like a great tool to take to college and pop in your dorm, especially if you're someone who loves to snack and cook, but the truth is most dorms actually ban air fryers due to the fire risk.

What cooking appliances can you have in a dorm? ›

10 Game-Changing Dorm Room Appliances
  • Microwave. A microwave is one of the most useful appliances, but unfortunately microwaves aren't always provided. ...
  • Microwave Pasta Cooker. Pasta cookers are life changing. ...
  • Mini Egg Cooker. ...
  • Electric Pot. ...
  • Mini Pancake or Waffle Maker. ...
  • Aroma Diffuser. ...
  • Travel Steam Iron. ...
  • Water Filter.

What else are microwaves used for besides microwave ovens? ›

Microwaves are widely used in modern technology, for example in point-to-point communication links, wireless networks, microwave radio relay networks, radar, satellite and spacecraft communication, medical diathermy and cancer treatment, remote sensing, radio astronomy, particle accelerators, spectroscopy, industrial ...

Can you cook meat in a microwave? ›

Meat can be cooked safely in a microwave oven, but it can cook unevenly and leave cold spots where harmful bacteria can survive. For this reason, it is important to cover the food, rotate or stir it once or twice during cooking, and make sure the meat reaches a safe internal temperature throughout.

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