Pancake In A Mug

Our delicious pancake in a mug is an easy breakfast idea that is ready in a matter of minutes and comes out of the microwave moist and fluffy.

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If you find yourself craving pancakes but don’t have time to make a whole batch, this pancake in a mug recipe is for you! You’ll mix the ingredients right in a mug, zap it in the microwave, and you have the perfect treat that you can top with maple syrup, berries, or anything your heart (and stomach) desires; brilliant, right?

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The best part of this recipe is that you can make it in less than five minutes. And let’s not forget about how delicious it tastes.

Imagine a fluffy pancake, warm and fresh out of the microwave, with a hint of vanilla and the perfect amount of sweetness. It’s like having a comforting hug in a mug.

The wonderful part is, you can customize it with your favorite toppings. Whether you prefer berries or chocolate chips, the choice is yours. Trust us, once you try a pancake in a mug, you’ll never go back to the traditional pancake again.

You’ll need:

• ⅓ cup of all-purpose flour
• 1½ tablespoons of granulated sugar
• ¾ teaspoon of baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• ¼ cup of whole milk
• 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, melted
• ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract

For The Garnish:

• maple syrup 
• fresh berries

Substitutions And Additions

TOPPING: You can swap out the fresh berries and maple syrup and top your pancake in a mug with a squirt of whipped cream and mini chocolate chips. Add other fresh fruit, a dash of cinnamon, or anything else you enjoy on your pancakes.

BUTTER: You can substitute the melted butter for a mild/neutral oil such as grapeseed, canola, or vegetable oil. I do not suggest olive or coconut oil as they have a stronger flavor profile that I find does not work well in this recipe. The butter yields the best overall flavor, in my opinion.

MILK: You can also make this easy breakfast recipe with 2% milk. The texture of non-fat milk, however, does not do well in baked goods, as we find that baked goods do best with a higher amount of fat.

SUGAR: I like to make my own vanilla sugar to use in quick recipes like this. You can also use maple sugar as well for a great flavor. I have not tested this recipe with a sugar substitute. If you use vanilla or maple sugar, you can omit the addition of vanilla extract.

How To Make This Pancake in a Mug Recipe

It couldn’t get easier to whip up this easy breakfast treat. Everything gets mixed up in a coffee mug and microwaved for a couple of minutes. Give it a try below!

STEP ONE: You will need a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug.

STEP TWO: Add the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to the mug. Stir using a dinner fork or mini whisk.

STEP THREE: Add the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract to the mug of dry ingredients. 

STEP FOUR: Whisk all the ingredients together until you do not have any big pockets of dry ingredients. You may need to use a small rubber spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of the mug to ensure that all the flour has been absorbed by the liquids.

STEP FIVE: Microwave your pancake in a mug for 1 minute and 30 seconds. 

STEP SIX: When your pancake is warm, top it with maple syrup and fresh berries.

How To Serve

This pancake mug cake is the ideal recipe to whip up for a quick breakfast on busy mornings. The kids would love this as a fun option before heading off to school, along with a warm mug of homemade hot chocolate or mint hot chocolate.

For something more savory on top of your pancake, try adding some crumbled bacon or chunks of sausage. If you’re looking for a healthier option, a dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of granola can make for a filling and nutritious breakfast.

If you love the idea of these single-serving cakes, our vanilla mug cake, and chocolate mug cake are decadent desserts that you can keep all for yourself.

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Storage

IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER: This easy chocolate dessert does not reheat well, so we don’t recommend trying to store leftovers in the fridge or freezer.

This unique and delicious breakfast idea only needs a few minutes of prep time. Top your pancake in a mug with the classics like maple syrup or go crazy and add chocolate chips, whipped cream, and anything else that will satisfy your sweet tooth. 

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Our delicious pancake in a mug is an easy breakfast idea that is ready in a matter of minutes and comes out of the microwave moist and fluffy.

Prep Time 2 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 minute minute

Total Time 3 minutes minutes

Servings 1

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Ingredients

  

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• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
• ¾ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch salt
• ¼ cup whole milk
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Garnish

• maple syrup
• fresh berries

Instructions

 

• You will need a microwave-safe, 12-ounce coffee mug.
• Add the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to the mug. Stir using a dinner fork or mini whisk.
• Add the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract to the mug of dry ingredients.
• Whisk all the ingredients together until you do not have any big pockets of dry ingredients. You may need to use a small rubber spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of the mug to ensure that all the flour has been absorbed by the liquids.
• Microwave your pancake in a mug for 1 minute and 30 seconds.
• When your pancake is warm, top it with maple syrup and fresh berries.

Notes

• If you are serving more than one person, you can assemble all your ingredients in each mug and then microwave them one at a time. Because this is such a quick and easy recipe, you can make a pancake in a mug for the whole family.
• We found that a shorter and wider, cappuccino-style mug worked well for this fluffy pancake recipe.
• Do not overmix this batter. A few tiny little lumps are okay, just like a standard pancake batter, and will not alter your final pancake. If you overmix the batter, it will yield a tough and dense pancake in a mug.
• This recipe’s cook time is based on using a 1000-watt microwave oven. The cook time may vary if your microwave is a different wattage. 

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 29mg | Potassium: 446mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 449IU | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 2mg

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