Sponge Cake in a Mug

5 from 2 votes

This simple recipe offers a quick way to make two individual sponge cakes in a mug, perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth in minutes. Cooked in the microwave for a dense, gooey texture, the cakes are best served warm and inverted onto a plate. Topped with sweetened whipped cream and fresh berries, this is an easy and elegant way to enjoy a delicious dessert.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword cake in a mug, microwave, mug, sponge cake

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 2

Total Time 4

Servings servings

Calories 582kcal

Author Laura

Equipment

Glass Mugs

Ingredients

5 ½ Tbsp flour
4 Tbsp sugar
⅛ tsp baking powder
1 egg
5 Tbsp milk
1 Tbsp canola oil
dash of salt
dash of almond extract
sweetened whipped cream
4 strawberries diced (or other favorite berries)

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, egg, milk, oil, salt, and almond extract. Stir just until combined.
Spray 2 mugs with non-stick cooking spray. Divide batter between the two mugs.
Bake one cake at a time. Microwave for 1 1/2 minutes. Microwave for 5 second intervals after that if needed until done, but no longer than 30 seconds total.
After cooked, invert onto a plate and allow to cool. Serve with sweetened whipped cream and diced strawberries.

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