Fluffy Microwave Mug Pancakes

# 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

# How To Make It:

01 - Lightly grease a large microwave-safe mug with melted butter to prevent sticking.

02 - In the prepared mug, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly incorporated.

03 - Pour in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined with no visible flour streaks remaining. 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 appears set. Adjust time based on your microwave's wattage.

06 - Allow the mug pancake to cool for 1 minute before serving. Top with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your preferred pancake toppings.

# Expert Suggestions:

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The batter comes together faster than you can brew your morning coffee, perfect for those days when youre running behind but refuse to skip breakfast.
Unlike regular pancakes that leave you with a stack of dishes, this single-mug wonder means youll only need to wash one utensil and your mug.

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Using too small a mug will lead to a pancake volcano erupting in your microwave, so always choose something that holds at least 12 ounces with room to spare.
The pancake continues cooking from residual heat after you remove it from the microwave, so its better to slightly undercook than overcook, or youll end up with a rubber hockey puck instead of breakfast.

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