Fluffy Microwave Mug Pancakes (Printable View)

Fluffy pancakes made effortlessly in a mug, ready in under two minutes—perfect for a quick breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
03 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar
04 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 3 tbsp milk
06 - 1 tbsp melted unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
07 - 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

08 - 1 tbsp mini chocolate chips or blueberries
09 - Maple syrup or fresh fruit, to serve

# How To Make It:

01 - Lightly grease a large microwave-safe mug with melted butter to prevent sticking.
02 - In the mug, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of leavening agent.
03 - Pour in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined with no visible flour streaks. Do not overmix to maintain fluffiness.
04 - Gently fold in chocolate chips or blueberries if using, taking care not to overwork the batter.
05 - Microwave on high power for 90 seconds, or until the pancake has risen and is set in the center. Cooking times may vary between appliances.
06 - Allow the pancake to cool for 1 minute before serving. Top with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your preferred pancake toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The batter takes just moments to whisk together, and watching it puff up in the microwave feels like a small kitchen miracle every time.
  • You can customize it endlessly with whatever bits and bobs you have in your pantry from chocolate chips to leftover berries.
02 -
  • Overmixing is the enemy of fluffiness I learned after making several rubber-like attempts before getting it right.
  • Every microwave has its own personality the first time I tried this recipe, my pancake overflowed because my microwave runs hot, so start with 70 seconds and add more time if needed.
03 -
  • A cold mug straight from the freezer creates an even more dramatic rise because the temperature difference activates the baking powder more intensely.
  • For a truly indulgent version, stir a spoonful of cream cheese into the center of your batter before microwaving it creates a molten core that turns breakfast into an event.
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