Microwave Carrot Cake
Satisfy your sweet tooth in minutes with this Microwave Carrot Cake—a quick, single-serve dessert that's moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make! Perfect for busy days or late-night cravings, this mug cake combines classic carrot cake flavors with warm cinnamon, a touch of sweetness, and the option to include crunchy walnuts for added texture. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and grated carrot, this recipe comes together in just five minutes and cooks in under two. The result? A perfectly portioned, spongy cake you can enjoy warm straight from the mug. Garnish with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an extra touch of elegance, and indulge in this effortless, microwave-friendly treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Grated carrot
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug or ramekin, combine the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well with a fork to ensure even distribution.
Add the wet ingredients: grated carrot, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and there are no lumps.
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.
Place the mug or ramekin in the microwave and cook on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your microwave’s wattage. Start with 1 minute and 30 seconds, and add more time in 10-second increments if needed. The cake is done when the top looks set and springs back lightly to the touch.
Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot). Let it cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.
If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar for garnish before enjoying your single-serve microwave carrot cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 428 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 155 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
