This easy vanilla mug cake is made in the microwave and ready in minutes! It’s moist, with a delicious vanilla flavor and tons of sprinkles.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 grams)
- 2 tablespoons milk (30 ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk* do not add in the egg white
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour (39 grams)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon sprinkles optional
- Frosting (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 grams)
- 2-3 tablespoons powdered sugar (14-21 grams)
- 1 teaspoon milk
- drop food coloring optional
Instructions:
- Add the butter to your mug and microwave until melted (about 30 seconds).
- Whisk in the milk, vanilla extract, egg yolk & sugar with a fork.
- Then whisk in the flour, baking powder and salt.
- Optionally stir in the sprinkles
- Microwave for 60 seconds on medium power. If the cake is not done baking (ie it still looks gooey), microwave for an additional 30 seconds. It may need 2-3 extra 30 second intervals. I recommend baking in intervals to avoid the cake overbaking. When it’s done baking, the top should look set and feel slightly firm to the touch on top.
- Cool for at least 1 minute before enjoying.
- Vanilla Frosting
- Beat the butter using an electric mixer or whisk with a fork until smooth.
- Beat/whisk in the powdered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired sweetness is reached. Then beat/whisk in the milk.
- Spread/pipe on top of the cake.