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gingerbread mug cake cozy holiday dessert

How to Make Gingerbread Mug Cake (A Warm Holiday Treat in Minutes)

A quick and easy Gingerbread Mug Cake made with butter, molasses, and warm spices — ready in just over a minute for a festive dessert fix.

  • Total Time: 6 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

Scale

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

2 teaspoons molasses

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

¼ cup milk

5 tablespoons all-purpose flour

¼ teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon cinnamon

¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Pinch nutmeg

Pinch salt

Instructions

1. Melt butter in a mug for 30 seconds.

2. Add molasses, milk, and sugar. Mix well.

3. In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients.

4. Stir dry mix into mug until smooth.

5. Microwave for 1 minute and 15 seconds.

6. Cool briefly before enjoying.

Notes

Use a 12-ounce mug to prevent overflow.

Skip the salt if using salted butter.

Add whipped cream or ice cream for serving.

  • Author: Rita
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute 15 seconds
  • Category: Holiday Mug Cakes
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian