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spoon lifting cake in a mug vanilla easy

How to Make Cake in a Mug Vanilla Easy

An easy 5-minute cake in a mug vanilla recipe made with butter, flour, and vanilla for a soft, golden dessert.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 mug cake

Ingredients

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¼ cup + 1½ tsp all-purpose flour

2 tbsp sugar

¼ tsp baking powder

Dash salt

2 tbsp melted butter

3 tbsp milk

½ tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mug.

2. Add melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.

3. Fold in sprinkles.

4. Microwave 70–90 seconds, until just set.

5. Let cool 1 minute before enjoying.

Notes

Microwaves vary—start with 70 seconds.

Stop when the top looks slightly shiny.

Add chocolate chips or cinnamon for fun variations.

  • Author: Rita
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Vanilla & Spice Mug Cakes
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian