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Pizza in a Mug (Single-Serve)


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour 🌾
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt 🧂
  • 1/16 teaspoon baking soda 🧪
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking powder 🧁
  • 5 tablespoons water 💧
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons prepared pizza sauce 🍅
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
  • Pinch (about 1/16 teaspoon) dried Italian seasoning 🌿
  • 68 mini pepperoni slices 🍕
  • 12-ounce microwave-safe mug ☕

Instructions

1. Make the crust:

  1. In a large microwave-safe mug (12+ oz capacity—batter rises!), whisk your chosen base ingredients until smooth.
  2. Microwave 30 seconds on HIGH. (This pre-sets the crust so toppings don’t sink.)

2. Layer toppings:

  1. Spread pizza sauce over warm crust.
  2. Sprinkle ⅔ of cheese, then toppings, then remaining cheese (cheese-on-top prevents sogginess).
  3. Sprinkle with oregano and garlic powder.

3. Microwave:

  • 60–90 seconds on HIGH until cheese is bubbly and edges pull slightly from mug.
  • ⚠️ Watch closely at 60 sec—ovens vary! Overcooking = rubbery cheese.

4. Rest & serve:

  • Let sit 1 minute (continues cooking + prevents burns).
  • Run a butter knife around edges; invert onto a plate OR eat straight from the mug!
💡 Pro Tips for Best Results:
Use a LARGE mug—batter expands 2x; small mugs = overflow disaster.
Low-moisture mozzarella—pre-shredded bagged cheese works better than fresh (less water).
Pre-cook watery veggies—microwave mushrooms/peppers 30 sec first to remove moisture.
Crisp the top (game-changer!): After microwaving, place mug under a broiler 1–2 minutes until golden (watch closely!).
Low-carb/keto version (you love this!): Almond flour base creates a tender, bread-like texture. Net carbs: ~3g.
High-protein boost (you love this!): Oat flour + egg + Greek yogurt base delivers 10g protein.
Flavor hack: Add ¼ tsp onion powder + pinch of red pepper flakes to sauce for depth.