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Vanilla mug cake made in ceramic mug

Recipe Vanilla Mug Cake: The Sweetest 5-Minute Fix

A quick and easy recipe vanilla mug cake made in minutes with basic pantry ingredients. Soft, buttery, and perfect for a single-serve dessert.

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

Ingredients

Scale

¼ cup + 1 ½ tsp all-purpose flour (35 g)

2 tbsp sugar (25 g)

¼ tsp baking powder (1 g)

Dash of salt

2 tbsp butter, melted (28 g)

3 tbsp milk (45 ml)

½ tsp vanilla extract (2.5 ml)

1 tsp sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. Add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to a microwave-safe mug and stir.

2. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth, scraping the bottom.

3. Fold in sprinkles if using.

4. Microwave for 70–90 seconds until cake is set but still slightly shiny on top.

5. Let rest in the microwave for 1 minute before enjoying.

Notes

Cook time may vary depending on microwave wattage. Start with 70 seconds and add more only if needed.

Don’t overmix the batter—stop once smooth.

Letting the cake rest for 1 minute after cooking helps it finish setting gently.

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