Yellow Cake in a Mug

Brighten your dessert game with this quick and easy Yellow Cake in a Mug recipe! Ready in just under 5 minutes, this single-serving treat combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla extract to create a fluffy, moist cake baked entirely in your microwave. Perfect for instant dessert cravings, this no-fuss recipe eliminates the need for elaborate equipment or cleanup—just whisk the batter directly in your favorite microwave-safe mug and watch it rise in seconds! Customize it with toppings like whipped cream or powdered sugar for a delightful personal dessert. Whether you're looking for a late-night snack or a quick treat for one, this effortless mug cake delivers cozy, homemade vibes in a flash!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

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Prep Time:3 mins

Cook Time:2 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
0.25 teaspoons Baking powder
0.125 teaspoons Salt
3 tablespoons Milk
2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 2

Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and whisk with a fork or small whisk until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.

Step 3

Wipe any batter off the sides of the mug to ensure even cooking and a neat appearance.

Step 4

Microwave the mug on high power for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your microwave's wattage. Start checking at 1 minute 30 seconds for doneness. The cake should rise and look firm but still moist. Avoid overcooking as it can dry out the cake.

Step 5

Allow the cake to cool for 1-2 minutes before serving. Optionally, top with whipped cream, sprinkles, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(131.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	458.7

Total Fat 27.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 4.0mg	0%
Sodium 425.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.5g
Protein 4.6g	0%

Vitamin D 19.5IU	0%
Calcium 59.8mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 105.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.7%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 43.4%