Vanilla Mug Cake

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:

  1. Add the butter to your mug and microwave until melted (about 30 seconds).
  2. Whisk in the milk, vanilla extract, egg yolk & sugar with a fork.
  3. Then whisk in the flour, baking powder and salt.
  4. Optionally stir in the sprinkles
  5. 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.
  6. Cool for at least 1 minute before enjoying.
  7. Vanilla Frosting
  8. Beat the butter using an electric mixer or whisk with a fork until smooth.
  9. Beat/whisk in the powdered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired sweetness is reached. Then beat/whisk in the milk.
  10. Spread/pipe on top of the cake.

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