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    Home » Vanilla Mug Cake

    Vanilla Mug Cake

    August 16, 2021 by Faith 2 Comments

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    This Vanilla Mug Cake recipe is made with no eggs and has rich buttery vanilla flavor and a soft and tender crumb. And it’s made in the microwave in a matter of minutes!

    vanilla mug cake

    Get ready to have your mind blown.

    Rich vanilla cake with a soft, tender, and moist crumb…cooked in the microwave?!

    Oh yes, it’s possible. Welcome to your new favorite dessert.

    This Vanilla Mug Cake recipe is here to satisfy your vanilla cake cravings.

    vanilla mug cake recipe made without eggs

    It’s basically a regular vanilla cake that’s scaled way down so a) you don’t need a ton of ingredients to make it, b) it doesn’t make a sink full of dirty dishes, and c) you won’t be stuck with a giant cake on hand.

    Whip it up on a random Tuesday night and end your day on a sweet note.

    In This Article
    • The Best Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe
    • Tips for Making a Microwave Vanilla Mug Cake
    • Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe FAQs
    • More Sweet Vanilla Treats to Try
    • Did You Make This?
    • Vanilla Mug Cake
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    The Best Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe

    Ingredients

    vanilla mug cake ingredients
    • Butter
    • Whole milk
    • Vanilla extract
    • Vanilla bean paste
    • Sugar
    • All-purpose flour
    • Baking powder
    • Salt

    How to Make a Mug Cake with No Egg

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    1.  Use a fork to mix together the melted butter and other wet ingredients in a 10 to 12-ounce microwave safe mug.
    2. Mix in the sugar, and then the dry ingredients.
    3. Microwave the mug cake.
    4. Top with sprinkles if desired, and enjoy.

    Equipment for This Recipe

    • 10 to 12-Ounce Microwave-Safe Mug

    Variations on This Recipe

    • No vanilla bean paste. I love the little flecks of vanilla bean and the depth of flavor it adds, but if you don’t have vanilla bean paste, you can double the amount of vanilla extract.
    • Make it lemon. If you like lemon cake, add 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest.
    • Spice it up. Cinnamon is also a delicious addition! Add up to 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
    • Frost it if you want. There’s really no need (because this cake is super moist!), but if you have frosting on hand or feel like whipping it up, go ahead and frost this.
    microwave vanilla mug cake

    Tips for Making a Microwave Vanilla Mug Cake

    • To prevent the mug cake from spilling over as it microwaves, I find it helpful to open and close the microwave door once about halfway through.
    • Try not to over-mix the batter because doing so can cause a rubbery mug cake.
    • Like most mug cakes, this is best enjoyed the same day it’s made.
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    Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe FAQs

    What Makes Some Mug Cakes Rubbery?

    There are a few potential culprits for a rubbery mug cake:

    1. Too much oil in the cake.
    2. Over-mixing the batter.
    3. Microwaving the cake for too long.

    Follow this recipe for a deliciously soft, moist, and tender mug cake!

    easy microwave vanilla mug cake recipe with no eggs

    What is the Difference Between a Mug Cake and a Cake?

    There are 2 main differences between a traditional cake and a mug cake:

    1. A mug cake is scaled way down to have the entire amount of batter fit into a coffee mug.
    2. A traditional cake is typically baked in the oven, and a mug cake is cooked in the microwave.

    How Can I Tell if a Mug is Microwave Safe?

    There is a simple method to test if a mug is microwave safe:

    1. Fill a mug 3/4 full with water.
    2. Microwave the mug of water on HIGH for 1 minute.
    3. If the mug is cool but the water is hot, it is microwave safe. If the mug is warm or hot, it isn’t microwave safe.

    More Sweet Vanilla Treats to Try

    • Air Fryer Donuts with Vanilla Glaze
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    Did You Make This?

    Please rate this recipe and leave a comment below because I love hearing from you!

    You can also tag my handle @dailydesserting or use the hashtag #dailydesserting on social media.

    To enjoy your daily dessert FOLLOW ME on Instagram!

    Xoxo, Faith

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    Vanilla Mug Cake

    By: Faith
    This Vanilla Mug Cake recipe is made with no eggs and has rich buttery vanilla flavor and a soft and tender crumb. And it’s made in the microwave in a matter of minutes!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 2 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 289 kcal

    Equipment

    • 10 to 12-Ounce Microwave-Safe Mug

    Ingredients
     
     

    • Coconut oil spray for the mug
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
    • 4 tablespoons whole milk
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
    • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon rainbow sprinkles for topping (optional)

    Instructions
     

    • Lightly spray the inside of a 10 to 12 ounce microwave-safe mug with coconut oil spray.
    • Use a fork to mix together the butter, milk, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean paste in the mug. Mix in the sugar.
    • Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, and stir to combine.
    • Microwave on high until the cake is cooked, about 1 minute, 45 seconds.
    • If desired, top with sprinkles.
    • Cool for a couple minutes, and then serve.

    Faith's Tips

    • Topping Ideas: If desired, you can top with frosting, ice cream, or whipped cream.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Vanilla Mug Cake
    Amount Per Serving (0.5 of recipe)
    Calories 289 Calories from Fat 117
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 13g20%
    Saturated Fat 8g50%
    Trans Fat 1g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 3g
    Cholesterol 33mg11%
    Sodium 267mg12%
    Potassium 69mg2%
    Carbohydrates 40g13%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 23g26%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 398IU8%
    Calcium 100mg10%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Keyword Mug Cake No Egg, Vanilla Mug Cake, Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe
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    1. Betsy

      February 28, 2023 at 1:33 pm

      5 stars
      Hands-down, the fluffiest microwave cake I've ever had!

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    2. Rosie

      March 03, 2023 at 9:40 pm

      5 stars
      just right as I was about to start work I got and intense and undeniable craving for something sweet and then I stumbled upon this quick vanilla mug cake and although I didn’t have everything I needed (aka the vanilla bean paste) I got to work (btw I used 3/4 tsp vanilla extract in place of my vanilla paste absence! Making this though turned out to be no work at all, it was so quick and simple to make yet one of the most delicious much cakes I’ve ever had, let me rephrase that, the most delicious, and here’s why, this much cake after 1 and 45 secs in the microwave was so fluffy and moist yet ‘baked’ (I use that term loosely because how fast it was done was verging on magical) to perfection without a single gooey or overcooked spot, and I mention this because in the past when I’ve made mug cakes from other websites and such they’ve all had either a gooey bottom or and overcooked top, but this mug cake, was EXCELLENT through and through, it was exactly what I needed and more and I swear it tasted just like a sugar cookie. It was amazing and I’m gonna be making another one tonight lol!! I will be recommending and sharing on socials with my friends after work cuz this is too good not to share!

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