Description
This microwave vanilla mug cake for one is a quick, cozy dessert made with simple pantry ingredients. Soft, fluffy, and lightly sweet, it gives you homemade comfort in just minutes 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
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add butter to a microwave-safe mug and melt.
- Stir in sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix gently until just combined.
- Microwave for 60–90 seconds until set.
- Let rest briefly before eating.
Notes
Use a large mug to prevent overflow. Microwave times vary, so start with less time. Add chocolate chips or berries if desired. Best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg