Description
Whipping up a Vanilla Mug Cake takes just minutes when your sweet tooth calls for a quick treat. Grab your favorite mug, mix a few simple ingredients, and enjoy a warm, personal dessert that satisfies your craving in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
Supporting Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Finishing Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon sprinkles
- 1 dash salt
Instructions
- Grab a microwave-safe mug and thoroughly combine ¼ cup plus 1 ½ teaspoons flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, ¼ teaspoon baking powder, and a dash of salt using a fork.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter and add it to the dry mixture along with 3 tablespoons milk and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until your batter looks completely smooth and no dry patches remain.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of colorful sprinkles across the top of your cake batter, gently pressing them slightly into the surface.
- Place your mug in the microwave and cook at full power for 80-90 seconds. Your cake is done when it appears set and has a slightly glossy top surface.
- Allow the mug cake to rest inside the microwave for exactly 1 minute after cooking. This helps the cake settle and finish cooking with residual heat.
- Carefully remove the mug using a towel or oven mitt, as it will be hot. Let the cake cool for 2-3 minutes before diving in with a spoon.
Notes
- Swap out regular milk for almond or oat milk to make this dessert dairy-free and friendly for plant-based diners.
- Test your microwave’s power, as cooking times vary – start with 70 seconds and add more time if needed for the perfect texture.
- Use a wider mug to help the cake cook more evenly and prevent overflow during microwaving.
- Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top for an extra special treat that takes minimal effort to elevate this quick dessert.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes (90 seconds)
- Category: Cakes
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 to 2
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg