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Coffee Mug Cake

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This is the ultimate “emergency dessert” for when you need a warm, cinnamon-spiced treat but don’t want to bake a whole tray. It’s light, fluffy, and topped with a crackly brown sugar crust.

Ingredients

The Cake Base

  • Flour: 2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Sugar: 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • Lift: ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • Salt: 1/8 teaspoon
  • Flavor: A dash of vanilla extract
  • Fat: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or plain nonfat Greek yogurt)
  • Liquid: 1 tablespoon milk (dairy or almond)

The Topping

  • Sugar: ½ tablespoon brown sugar
  • Spice: ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prep the Mug: Lightly coat a 10–12 oz microwave-safe mug with nonstick spray.
  2. Mix Dry: Add the flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt to the mug. Whisk with a fork until blended.
  3. Add Wet: Pour in the milk, vanilla, and oil (or yogurt). Stir gently until just combined. Stop stirring the moment the flour streaks disappear.
  4. Add Spice: Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon over the top of the batter. Do not stir it in!
  5. Microwave: Cook on high for 45–60 seconds. The top should look dry and set.
  6. Rest: Let it sit for 1 minute before eating (it’s hot!).

Notes

Tips & Tricks

  • Don’t over-mix: If you stir too much, the cake will get rubbery. Keep it light!
  • The Fork Method: Using a fork instead of a spoon helps break up tiny flour clumps.
  • Microwave Power: If yours is lower wattage, you may need an extra 15 seconds.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve it warm with a splash of cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Pairs perfectly with a hot cup of coffee or a cold glass of milk.

Storage & Reheating

  • Eat it fresh: Mug cakes are best eaten within minutes.
  • Storage: If you have leftovers, cover with plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 hours.
  • Reheating: Zap for 10 seconds to soften it back up if it cools down.

Find it online: https://recipesh.com/coffee-mug-cake/