Fluffy Microwave Mug Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy pancakes prepared in a single mug using your microwave—crispy outside, soft inside, ready in just 90 seconds.

# What You 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

# Directions:

01 - Grease a large microwave-safe mug lightly with melted butter.
02 - In the mug, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
03 - Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined with no visible flour; do not overmix.
04 - Gently fold in chocolate chips or blueberries if using.
05 - Microwave on high for 90 seconds, or until the pancake has risen and is set in the center. Microwave times may vary by appliance.
06 - Let cool for 1 minute before serving. Top with maple syrup, fruit, or your favorite pancake toppings.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It takes less time than waiting for your coffee to brew, and you only dirty one mug.
  • The texture is surprisingly tender and airy, nothing like the rubbery microwave disasters you might expect.
  • You can customize it with whatever you have on hand, from chocolate chips to mashed banana.
  • It's the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you've hacked the breakfast system.
02 -
  • Microwave wattages vary wildly, so start with 90 seconds and check before adding more time, because even 15 extra seconds can turn it rubbery.
  • Use a mug that holds at least 12 ounces, or the batter will overflow and make a mess you'll regret.
  • Stir the batter just until combined, those little lumps are your friends and will disappear as it cooks.
03 -
  • Use a tall mug instead of a wide one so the pancake rises up instead of spreading out, giving you that classic fluffy texture.
  • Let the melted butter cool for a few seconds before adding it to the batter, or it might cook the milk and create lumps.
  • If you want a golden top like a griddle pancake, run the mug under the broiler for 30 seconds after microwaving, but watch it closely.
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