Vanilla Mug Cake
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5
Vanilla Mug Cake
Description
This mug cake combines all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder as the leavening and structure base. Melted salted butter is mixed with sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to form a creamy liquid mixture. Adding the flour mixture creates a batter that is smooth and slightly thick.
The batter is poured into a suitably sized mug (12oz or larger is recommended) and microwaved for 1 to 2 minutes until the cake puffs up and appears shiny on top. The cake continues to cook slightly as it rests after microwaving, resulting in a tender crumb. Sprinkles can be folded into the batter for added sweetness and decorative color.
Cooking times are adjusted based on microwave wattage, with recommended ranges provided for different power levels. This ensures the cake is cooked through without drying out. Resting time after cooking allows the cake to finish setting for the best texture.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons butter salted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon Sprinkles optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
- Add the butter to a large mug and microwave for 20 seconds or until melted.
- Stir the sugar, vanilla, and milk into the melted butter.
- Add the flour mixture and stir to form a batter. Gently mix in sprinkles if using.
- Place the mug in a microwave for 1 to 2 minutes or just until cooked through. It should be puffy but still shiny on the top. The cake will continue to cook as it rests. Rest for 2 to 3 minutes.
Notes
- Use a 12-ounce or larger mug to allow room for the cake to rise during cooking.
- Adjust microwave cooking time according to your microwave's wattage for optimal results; higher wattage requires shorter times.
- Rest the cake for 2 to 3 minutes after microwaving to allow it to finish cooking and set.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 512 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 512 | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 70g | 23% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 201mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 41g | 82% |
| Vitamin A | 788IU | 16% |
| Calcium | 156mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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