Vanilla Mug Cake
A quick and easy single-serving vanilla cake baked in a mug in the microwave. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings in minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
- Total Time: 6 minutes 30 seconds
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Toppings: Whipped cream, fresh berries, chocolate sauce, sprinkles, powdered sugar
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add wet ingredients: Add milk, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract to the mug. Stir until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain. Do not overmix.
- Microwave: Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your microwave’s wattage. The cake is done when it springs back lightly when touched.
- Cool and top: Let the cake cool in the mug for a minute or two. Add your favorite toppings, such as whipped cream, fresh berries, chocolate sauce, sprinkles, or powdered sugar.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Combine dry ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add wet ingredients: Add milk, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract to the mug. Stir until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain. Do not overmix.
- Microwave: Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your microwave’s wattage. The cake is done when it springs back lightly when touched.
- Cool and top: Let the cake cool in the mug for a minute or two. Add your favorite toppings, such as whipped cream, fresh berries, chocolate sauce, sprinkles, or powdered sugar.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately.