Yellow Cake in a Mug
Brighten your dessert game with this quick and easy Yellow Cake in a Mug recipe! Ready in just under 5 minutes, this single-serving treat combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla extract to create a fluffy, moist cake baked entirely in your microwave. Perfect for instant dessert cravings, this no-fuss recipe eliminates the need for elaborate equipment or cleanup—just whisk the batter directly in your favorite microwave-safe mug and watch it rise in seconds! Customize it with toppings like whipped cream or powdered sugar for a delightful personal dessert. Whether you're looking for a late-night snack or a quick treat for one, this effortless mug cake delivers cozy, homemade vibes in a flash!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and whisk with a fork or small whisk until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
Wipe any batter off the sides of the mug to ensure even cooking and a neat appearance.
Microwave the mug on high power for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your microwave's wattage. Start checking at 1 minute 30 seconds for doneness. The cake should rise and look firm but still moist. Avoid overcooking as it can dry out the cake.
Allow the cake to cool for 1-2 minutes before serving. Optionally, top with whipped cream, sprinkles, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.4 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 425 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 106 mg | 2% | |
*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.
