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Carrot mug cake with cream cheese frosting in a mug

How to Make Carrot Mug Cake


  • Author: Rita
  • Total Time: 5 min
  • Yield: 1 cake
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick, spiced carrot mug cake ready in five minutes, topped with a creamy frosting and perfect for cozy dessert cravings.


Ingredients

3 tablespoons milk

1 and 1/2 tablespoons oil

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

4 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons sugar

1/3 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

A pinch of salt

1/4 cup grated carrot

1 tablespoon cream cheese (softened)

1 tablespoon heavy cream

1 tablespoon powdered sugar


Instructions

1. In a mug, mix milk, oil, and vanilla.

2. Add flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until smooth.

3. Add grated carrot and mix again.

4. Microwave for 60 to 90 seconds.

5. Let cool for 10 minutes.

6. Mix frosting ingredients and spread on top.

Notes

You can make this recipe egg-free or use protein powder for extra nutrition.

Best served warm with cream cheese or Greek yogurt.

  • Prep Time: 4 min
  • Cook Time: 1 min
  • Category: Vanilla & Spice Mug Cakes
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American