Microwave Mug Sponge Cake

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4.4

906 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    2 mins

  • Total Time

    12 mins

  • Servings

    1

  • Calories

    672 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Microwave Mug Sponge Cake

This Microwave Mug Sponge Cake recipe uses butter, egg, milk, vanilla, almond extract, sugar, flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt combined directly in a mug. After chilling briefly, it cooks quickly in the microwave to produce a light and spongy small cake that can be topped with whipped cream and berries.

Description

Microwave Mug Sponge Cake offers a quick single-serving cake made by mixing all ingredients in a mug. Butter is melted first to ensure even incorporation with egg, milk, and extracts which add flavor depth. Sugar sweetens the batter, while flour and baking powder provide structure and leavening, and a pinch of salt balances flavors.

After mixing, chilling the batter briefly improves texture. Microwave cooking rapidly sets the cake, creating a soft, airy interior typical of sponge cakes. The cake’s portion size suits individual servings and can be topped with whipped cream and fresh berries to finish.

This recipe is convenient for a fast dessert or snack without oven use. Egg substitutes can be used according to the note, expanding accessibility. It exemplifies simple home cooking using common ingredients and appliances.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 tablespoons butter 1 oz/30 g
  • 1 egg large
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract , optional
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar 50g
  • 6 tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • salt tiny pinch of

Notes

  • Refer to an egg substitute chart to replace the egg if needed.
  • Chilling the batter before microwaving enhances texture.
  • Top with whipped cream and fresh berries for additional flavor and presentation.
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