Fluffy Microwave Mug Pancakes

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour

02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

04 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 3 tablespoons milk

06 - 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing

07 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

08 - 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips or blueberries

09 - Maple syrup or fresh fruit, to serve

# How To Make:

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 distributed.

03 - Pour in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until just combined with no visible flour streaks remaining. Avoid overmixing to maintain fluffiness.

04 - Gently fold in chocolate chips or blueberries if desired, being careful not to overwork the batter.

05 - Microwave on high power for 90 seconds, or until the pancake has risen and the center is set. Cooking time may vary depending on microwave wattage.

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

# Cooking Tips:

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The batter comes together in less time than it takes to brew your morning coffee, saving those precious minutes when youre rushing out the door.
You get all the satisfaction of pancakes without the stack of dishes waiting in your sink afterward.

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Microwave strength varies dramatically, so your first attempt might need 10-15 seconds more or less than the recipe states.
Using a fork instead of a whisk creates fewer bubbles in the batter, resulting in a denser, more cake-like texture that some people actually prefer.

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