Fluffy Microwave Mug Pancakes

# Ingredient List:

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

08 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup

09 - Optional: fresh berries, chocolate chips, or powdered sugar for dusting

01 - Lightly grease a large microwave-safe mug with a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.

02 - Add flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt into the mug; stir until evenly mixed.

03 - Pour in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract; mix gently just until the batter is smooth, avoiding overmixing.

04 - Microwave the mug on high power for 90 seconds or until the pancake has risen and set. Check after 70 seconds as microwave times can vary.

05 - Allow the pancake to cool for one minute, then top with maple syrup and any optional toppings before enjoying directly from the mug.

01 -

It's faster than toasting bread and tastes infinitely better than sad cereal.
You can eat straight from the mug, which means one less dish to wash before your coffee gets cold.
Once you nail the timing, you'll make this on autopilot, even when your brain hasn't fully woken up.

02 -

Microwave power levels vary wildly—a 90-second cook time is a guideline, not gospel, so stay nearby the first time you make this.
Fill the mug only halfway to two-thirds full, or the batter will overflow and you'll spend time cleaning the microwave instead of eating.
Cold pancakes in a mug aren't nearly as appealing as warm ones, so timing it right before you actually want to eat matters.

03 -

Melting the butter before adding it means you skip the mixing phase where lumps form, creating a smoother, more uniform batter.
If your microwave runs hot, reduce the time by 10 to 15 seconds and check the top—once you know your machine, you'll nail it every time.