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donut mug cake texture

How to Make Donut Mug Cake in the Microwave

This donut mug cake tastes like a baked old-fashioned donut and is ready in minutes in the microwave.

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

Ingredients

Scale

3 tbsp granulated white sugar

6 tbsp all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/16 tsp ground nutmeg

1 3/4 tbsp vegetable oil

3 tbsp low-fat or fat-free milk

1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a microwave-safe mug

2. Whisk until batter is smooth and lump-free

3. Microwave on full power for about 1 minute 30 seconds

4. Check that the top is set and springy

5. Let cool for a few minutes before eating or decorating

6. Optional: core center slightly to create a donut look

7. Optional: top with cinnamon sugar or chocolate ganache

Notes

Nutmeg is essential for donut flavor

Do not overcook or cake will dry out

Best enjoyed shortly after cooking

  • Author: Rita
  • Prep Time: 4 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Category: Vanilla & Spice Mug Cakes
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mug cake
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg