3-2-1 Microwave Mug Cake

User Reviews

5

18 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    2 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 min

  • Total Time

    3 mins

  • Servings

    1

  • Calories

    3581 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

3-2-1 Microwave Mug Cake

This 3-2-1 Microwave Mug Cake uses a blend of angel food and white cake mixes combined with water to create an individual-sized cake cooked in a mug. The simple batter microwaves quickly into a soft, spongy cake that can be topped with frosting and sprinkles if desired. The recipe provides a convenient way to make a single serving dessert with minimal ingredients and fast preparation.

Description

The 3-2-1 Microwave Mug Cake combines equal parts angel food cake mix and white cake mix to form the base. The dry mixes are whisked together well to ensure uniform consistency. When ready to cook, three tablespoons of the combined cake mix are blended with two tablespoons of water directly in a microwave-safe coffee mug, forming a smooth batter.

Microwaving for one minute on high instantly cooks the batter into a moist, airy single-serving cake. The angel food mix helps provide lightness, while the white cake mix adds sweetness and structure. Once warm, the cake can be personalized with frosting and colorful sprinkles for added flavor and decoration.

This mug cake suits those seeking a quick, no-fuss snack or dessert with common baking mix ingredients. It requires no oven or lengthy prep, making it practical and accessible for individual portions.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 angel food cake mix dry, box
  • 1 white cake mix dry boxed
  • Prepared frosting optional
  • Sprinkles optional

Instructions

  1. Pour both dry cake mixes into a large bowl and whisk well to completely combine the two mixes.
  2. Store the cake mix in a large jar with a lid, an airtight food storage container, or a gallon size zip top bag.

To make the mug cake:

  1. In a clean microwave-safe coffee mug, combine 3 tablespoons of the cake mix with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir well in the mug until completely combined.
  2. Microwave the cake batter in the mug on high for 1 minute.
  3. While still warm, add some frosting and sprinkles if you wish.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 3581kcal (179%) Carbohydrates 811g (270%) Protein 50g (100%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g (18%) Monounsaturated Fat 5g (25%) Trans Fat 2g (100%) Sodium 7306mg (304%) Potassium 733mg (16%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 495g (990%) Calcium 1825mg (183%) Iron 11mg (61%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 3581 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 3581kcal 179%
Carbohydrates 811g 270%
Protein 50g 100%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 2g 100%
Sodium 7306mg 304%
Potassium 733mg 16%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 495g 990%
Calcium 1825mg 183%
Iron 11mg 61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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