Microwave Mug Fluffy Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy pancakes ready fast using a microwave, made with basic pantry ingredients for a quick bite.

# What You Need:

→ Batter

01 - 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
04 - Pinch of salt
05 - 3 tablespoons milk
06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for greasing)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

08 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
09 - Optional: fresh berries, chocolate chips, or powdered sugar for dusting

# How To Make It:

01 - Lightly grease a large microwave-safe mug with butter.
02 - Add flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to the mug and stir until well mixed.
03 - Pour in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract; mix gently until the batter is smooth, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Microwave on high for 90 seconds or until the pancake rises and sets, checking at 70 seconds to avoid overcooking.
05 - Allow to cool for one minute, then top with maple syrup and any preferred toppings before enjoying directly from the mug.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's faster than ordering coffee and actually tastes homemade, not like a shortcut.
  • No dishes to wash, no messy griddle, just one mug that goes straight into the dishwasher.
  • You can customize it in the time it takes to grab milk from the fridge.
02 -
  • Don't fill the mug more than two-thirds full or it will erupt in the microwave and make a mess you won't want to clean.
  • Microwave wattage is real and varies wildly; yours might need 70 seconds while your friend's needs 100, so pay attention the first time you make it.
03 -
  • Melted butter mixed with cold milk creates the ideal temperature for cooking, so don't skip melting the butter separately.
  • The batter should look smooth but not overmixed; lumps are fine and actually better than a dense batter that's been stirred too much.
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