Description
This vanilla mug cake is soft, fluffy, and made in just 5 minutes! Perfect for a single-serve dessert, this microwave cake requires no eggs and uses simple pantry ingredients. Enjoy it plain or customize with your favorite toppings like whipped cream, sprinkles, or chocolate chips.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup + 1½ teaspoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- Dash of salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to mix evenly.
Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients
- Pour in melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until you get a smooth batter with no lumps.
Step 3: Add Sprinkles (Optional)
- Gently fold in sprinkles if using. Avoid overmixing to prevent color bleeding.
Step 4: Microwave the Cake
- Place the mug in the microwave and cook for 70-90 seconds, depending on microwave wattage.
- The cake is done when the top looks set but slightly glossy.
Step 5: Let It Rest & Enjoy!
- Allow the cake to rest for 1 minute to set properly.
- Enjoy as is or top with whipped cream, fruit, or ice cream.
Notes
- Microwave wattage affects cooking time – start with 70 seconds and add more time in 5-10 second intervals if needed.
- The cake will continue to cook slightly as it cools.
- For extra moisture, stir in 1 teaspoon of yogurt or sour cream before microwaving.
- To make it vegan, use almond milk and coconut oil instead of butter.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 70-90 seconds
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250-300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g