Q&A for How to Make Pancakes in a Microwave Oven

Yes. Some toppings, such as chocolate chips, could melt during the process - but it'll still work and taste good.

Yes, if you use a multi-function microwave oven, such as one with a combination of microwave and grill functions.

Yes, the necessary ingredients have simply been pre-mixed for convenience.

No, a microwave heats things up from all sides at once, unlike a pan that only heats the bottom.

Yes you can. It would have the same effect as water.

You need to follow the directions for the pancake mix and add whatever it specifies.

You do not need to add eggs. A 2:1 ratio of mix and water/milk will work. Adding eggs is optional.

Since it's just a normal pancake recipe, it would likely work on a pan but there is also a recipe here for pans: How to Make Pancakes , just to be certain.

You can do one at a time.

Don't stick anything metal in the microwave. They don't play well together and you'll get sparks and might destroy the oven and pot.

Yes, anything will work, but if you want to have a full mug, you'll have to make more of the mixture, and it will take more time to cook, as it is more dense. Try inserting a fork to test whether the inside is cooked.

You can use any type of flour, e.g. all-purpose flour, fine flour, or even whole wheat flour. But don't use self-rising flour. If you do, then leave out the baking powder or baking soda.

The author has referred to the batter as pancake mix in the first method. In the second method, either you use flour or pancake mix (i.e., the premixed flour). Water will suffice but you can add egg if you want.

Yes, sure you can! You can use any type of flour with the exception of self rising flour.

You can mix all the ingredients together but you can only do this in a Tupperware container if it is microwave safe. If you don't know or it says it is not microwave safe, then use something that is made for the microwave oven.

If you don't want the smell of egg, don't use one. The recipe will still work without one.

Sure. Feel free to add sugar to the batter or over the pancakes when they have finished cooking for a sweeter taste.

No, you cannot do this. Most pancake batters are meant to be cooked on a stove top, which is a different heat setting. Certain recipes have been modified to be made in the microwave, and these are the only recipes that can be used for microwaving.

Yes, you can. You may need a little extra compared to adding maple syrup, but it can be used as a substitute.