Description

The Pancake Mug Cake is a quick and easy single-serving breakfast treat that combines classic pancake flavors with the convenience of a microwave mug cake. Ready in under five minutes, it’s fluffy, light, and customizable with your favorite add-ins like fruits or chocolate chips. Perfect for busy mornings or solo breakfasts, it requires minimal cleanup and offers a comforting, satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar

Wet Ingredients

1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

Fresh or frozen blueberries or raspberries (about 2 tablespoons)
Mini chocolate chips (1-2 tablespoons)
Half a ripe banana, mashed
Spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice (1/4 teaspoon or to taste)

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Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: Mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sugar directly in a microwave-safe mug to ensure even distribution of the rising agent and sweetness.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the egg, milk, vegetable oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
Customize Your Batter: Gently fold in any desired add-ins such as blueberries, chocolate chips, mashed banana, or spices, being careful not to overmix.
Microwave to Perfection: Cook the mug in the microwave on high for 90 seconds to 2 minutes depending on your microwave’s power. The cake should rise and be set in the middle without being overcooked to ensure moistness.
Let It Cool and Enjoy: Allow the mug cake to cool for 1-2 minutes before topping it with your preferred syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Use precise measurements for flour and baking powder for the best texture.
Microwave in short bursts if unsure, checking often to prevent dryness.
Stir gently and just until combined to avoid tough batter.
Use a large microwave-safe mug (at least 12 ounces) to prevent batter overflow.
Add a splash of yogurt or applesauce if you want extra moisture in the cake.

Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Microwaving
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mug cake
Calories: 280
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg