Quick Mug Pizza Microwave Recipe Easy Cheesy Snack in 5 Minutes
A quick and easy mug pizza recipe that delivers a warm, cheesy snack in just 5 minutes using simple pantry ingredients and a microwave.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons (about 30g) all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour for gluten-free version)
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) milk (whole or 2%, or dairy-free like almond or oat milk)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato sauce (marinara or pizza sauce)
- 3 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese
- About 6 pepperoni slices (optional)
- Pinch of dried Italian herbs (optional, e.g., oregano or basil)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, combine 4 tablespoons (30g) of all-purpose flour, 1/8 teaspoon baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to blend.
- Pour in 3 tablespoons (45ml) of milk and 1 teaspoon of olive oil directly into the mug. Stir until smooth with no lumps.
- Microwave the mug on high for 40-50 seconds until the dough puffs slightly and feels firm but not dry. Add 5-10 seconds more if needed.
- Spoon 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce evenly over the cooked base. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese and arrange about 6 pepperoni slices on top. Add a pinch of dried Italian herbs if desired.
- Microwave again for 30-40 seconds to melt the cheese and warm the toppings. Watch closely during the last 10 seconds to avoid overcooking.
- Let the mug pizza cool for 1-2 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
Measure flour carefully to avoid tough or mushy dough. Do not overload toppings to prevent sogginess. Adjust microwave times based on your microwave wattage. Let the mug pizza rest after cooking for best texture. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese and plant-based milk. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and baking powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One mug pizza (about
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 12
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