Description
This Pancake in a Mug recipe offers a quick, easy, and delicious single-serving breakfast option that can be prepared in minutes using a microwave. Perfect for busy mornings, it combines basic pantry ingredients into a fluffy, comforting pancake without the need for traditional stovetop cooking.
Ingredients
Batter Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
Topping (Optional)
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Butter
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir these dry ingredients thoroughly to ensure they are evenly mixed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Crack the egg into the mug and add milk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract. Mix everything vigorously until a smooth batter forms without lumps.
- Microwave Cooking: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 1 to 1.5 minutes. Cooking times may vary depending on your microwave’s power. The pancake should puff up and look set but remain moist.
- Check and Adjust: If the pancake is not fully cooked, microwave in additional 15-second intervals to avoid overcooking. The top should be firm to the touch.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot). Add butter, maple syrup, or fresh berries on top as desired, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use a large microwave-safe mug to prevent overflow during cooking.
- Do not overcook, or the pancake will become rubbery and dry.
- For a fluffier texture, separate the egg yolk and white, whipping the white before folding it gently into the batter.
- Add chocolate chips or cinnamon for added flavor variations.
- Check microwave wattage and adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
