Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour (or cake flour for a softer texture)
- 2 tbsp sugar (brown sugar for extra moisture)
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or melted butter for richness)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Choose the right mug – A 12–14 oz microwave-safe ceramic mug works best.
- Mix dry ingredients – In the mug, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- Add wet ingredients – Pour in milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until just combined.
- Optional add-ins – If using chocolate chips, fold them in lightly.
- Microwave in short bursts – Start with 50 seconds, then check. If undercooked, microwave in 10-second intervals until set.
- Let it rest – Allow the mug cake to sit for 1–2 minutes before eating to improve texture.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing to prevent a tough, chewy texture.
- Use cake flour for a softer cake.
- Reduce microwave power to 70–80% if your wattage is 1000W+ to prevent overcooking.
- Swap oil for butter for a richer flavor, or try coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 60–90 seconds
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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