Description
This 3-Minute Microwave Vanilla Mug Cake is a quick, cozy dessert made with simple pantry ingredients. Soft, fluffy, and gently sweet, it’s perfect for late-night cravings or when you want a single-serving treat without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to a microwave-safe mug and mix well.
- Add milk, oil or butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and lump-free.
- Microwave on high for 90 seconds to 2 minutes until the cake rises and sets.
- Let rest for 1 minute before serving warm.
Notes
Use a large mug to prevent overflow. Microwave times vary, so start with less time. Add chocolate chips or berries for variation. Best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg