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Vanilla cake in a mug for dessert

Recipe for Vanilla Cake in a Mug

This delicious and easy recipe for vanilla cake in a mug will satisfy your sweet tooth in no time!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine International
Servings 1 person
Calories 643 kcal

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe mug
  • Microwave
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp. sugar
  • ⅓ tbsp. baking powder
  • 3 tbsp. milk
  • 2 tbsp. melted butter
  • ¼ tbsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp. sprinkles
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Stir together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in the mug.
  • Add the milk, vanilla extract, and butter. Stir together until the mixture is smooth without visible lumps.
  • Stir in the sprinkles.
  • Transfer the mug to the microwave, and cook for between 1-1.5 minutes.
  • Let it cool for a minute before serving.

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Notes

  • The mug — We’d recommend using a 10 oz. mug. A smaller one would probably lead to a mess.
 
  • Use eggs — If you’re not content with the way things are, you can always use egg yolks the next time. This will help keep the cake moist and tender. 1 large egg yolk will do the trick.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Recipe for Vanilla Cake in a Mug
Amount per Serving
Calories
643
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
27
g
42
%
Saturated Fat
 
17
g
106
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
69
mg
23
%
Sodium
 
770
mg
33
%
Potassium
 
144
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
92
g
31
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
46
g
51
%
Protein
 
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
 
811
IU
16
%
Calcium
 
361
mg
36
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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