Fluffy Microwave Mug Pancakes (Printable Version)

Fluffy pancakes made in a mug using microwave in under 2 minutes. Quick, easy breakfast solution for busy mornings.

# 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

# Directions:

01 - Lightly grease a large microwave-safe mug with melted butter to prevent sticking.
02 - In the greased mug, add flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
03 - Pour in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until just combined with no visible dry flour remains—take care not to overmix.
04 - Gently fold in chocolate chips or blueberries if desired, distributing evenly throughout the batter.
05 - Cook on high power for 90 seconds, or until the pancake has risen and the center is set. Adjust time based on your microwave's wattage.
06 - Allow to cool for 1 minute to set the texture. Top with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your preferred pancake toppings before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It takes less than five minutes from craving to first bite, no griddle or flipping required.
  • You only dirty one mug and a spoon, making cleanup almost nonexistent.
  • The texture is surprisingly fluffy and tender, not rubbery like some microwave experiments.
  • You can customize each mug with different mix-ins every time without committing to a full batch.
02 -
  • Overmixing the batter creates a dense, rubbery pancake instead of a fluffy one, so stir just until combined.
  • Using a mug that's too small will cause the batter to overflow in the microwave, creating a mess and uneven cooking.
  • Letting the pancake rest for a full minute after microwaving allows the steam to finish cooking the center, so don't skip it.
03 -
  • Grease the mug generously so the pancake slides out easily if you want to plate it instead of eating from the mug.
  • Use melted butter instead of oil for the richest flavor, and let it cool slightly before mixing so it doesn't cook the batter prematurely.
  • If your microwave cooks unevenly, rotate the mug halfway through for more consistent results.
  • Add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt to the batter for extra protein and an even fluffier texture.
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