Description
This Birthday Cake Mug Cake is a quick and easy single-serving dessert perfect for any celebration. Made in just minutes using a microwave, it combines classic cake flavors with colorful sprinkles for a funfetti effect. Topped optionally with frosting or whipped cream, this delightful treat is ideal for satisfying sweet cravings without baking an entire cake.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional
- 1/2 tablespoon rainbow sprinkles
- optional frosting or whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug (at least 10 ounces), whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir the ingredients together thoroughly until the batter is smooth with no lumps remaining.
- Incorporate Sprinkles: Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles to add colorful bursts throughout the cake batter without mixing them too vigorously.
- Microwave Cooking: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 60–90 seconds, or until the cake has risen and the center appears set and springy to the touch.
- Cool Slightly: Allow the mug cake to cool for 1–2 minutes as it will be very hot right out of the microwave.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Optionally, top the cake with frosting, whipped cream, or extra sprinkles for added decoration and flavor. Enjoy the cake directly from the mug.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking the cake, as it can result in dryness; start checking at 60 seconds and adjust accordingly.
- For a fun flavor twist, substitute vanilla extract with almond extract.
- You can swap vegetable oil with coconut oil for a subtle coconut flavor.
- Add a few white chocolate chips into the batter before microwaving for extra indulgence.
