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Vanilla chai mug cake with cream cheese frosting

Vanilla Chai Mug Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting: Spiced Comfort in a Cup

A warm and spiced vanilla chai mug cake topped with cream cheese frosting. Made in under 5 minutes with pantry staples, perfect for cozy cravings.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1

Ingredients

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Cake:

5 tbsp. flour

1/8 tsp. baking soda

1/4 tsp. baking powder

3 tsp. sugar

2 tbsp. powdered chai latte mix

3 tbsp. milk

2 tbsp. applesauce

1/2 tsp. oil

1/4 tsp. vanilla extract

Frosting:

1 tbsp. softened butter

2 tbsp. softened cream cheese

3 tbsp. powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Add all dry cake ingredients into a large microwave-safe mug.

2. Mix in the wet ingredients until smooth and fully combined.

3. Microwave on high for 2 minutes until cake rises and is set.

4. While cake is cooking, mix frosting ingredients in a sandwich bag.

5. Cut one corner of the bag to create a piping tip.

6. Let the cake cool for 2–3 minutes, then pipe the frosting on top.

7. Dust with extra chai powder if desired.

Notes

Use plant-based milk and butter for a dairy-free option.

Add mini white chocolate chips or a pinch of nutmeg for variation.

Great served with a cup of chai or rooibos tea.

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