Here’s a quick and easy cake recipe that takes only 5 minutes to prepare and melts in your mouth. This is a microwave mug cake, perfect for when you need a fast dessert fix!
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for chocolate cake, optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips or any other add-ins (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder (if making a chocolate cake), baking powder, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients:
- Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mug.
- Stir until smooth and well combined.
- If using chocolate chips or other add-ins, stir them into the batter.
- Microwave:
- Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, or until the cake has risen and is set in the middle.
- Be careful not to overcook, as microwaves vary and can make the cake dry.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cake cool in the mug for a few minutes before enjoying.
- You can top it with a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup if desired.
Enjoy your quick and delicious 5-minute microwave mug cake!
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