Craving dessert fast? This super easy mug cake uses just 3 ingredients and a microwave. Made with cake mix, it’s ready in under 2 minutes!
Ever get a craving for cake but don’t want to bake a whole one? Enter: the mug cake. This one is so simple it almost feels like a cheat code – just 3 ingredients, one mug, and a microwave. Done in under 2 minutes.
It’s perfect for those late-night dessert cravings, when you’re low on effort but high on the need for something sweet and chocolatey. And yes, you eat it straight from the mug.
Why you’ll love this recipe:
Totally customisable. Add choc chips, peanut butter, Nutella – whatever your heart desires.
Only 3 ingredients. Just grab some cake mix, milk, and butter.
Ready in minutes. From craving to cake in under 2 minutes.
Minimal dishes. One mug. One fork. That’s it.
Use what you’ve got. I love these $1.15 Woolies cake mixes.
How to make this deliciously easy mug cake
- Mix it up
Add all your ingredients to a microwave-safe mug. Use a fork to mix everything together really well. It’s fine if there are a few small lumps, but make sure you don’t leave any dry cake mix at the bottom.
- Microwave the magic
Pop your mug in the microwave and cook on HIGH for about 1 minute and 10 seconds. If it still looks a little undercooked, zap it for an extra 10–20 seconds until the top is set and springy.
- Time to eat
Let it cool slightly (if you can wait!) and then dig in. Add a scoop of ice cream, a dollop of cream, or even both!
Cake mix mug cake
Description
Craving dessert fast? This super easy mug cake uses just 3 ingredients and a microwave. Made with cake mix, it’s ready in under 2 minutes!
Ingredients
6 tbsp chocolate cake mix
4 tbsp milk
1 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a mug, and use a fork to mix together. Make sure you mix in all the cake mix. It’s OK if it’s a little bit lumpy.
- Cook on HIGH for 1 minute and 10 seconds (or up to 1 minute 30 seconds, if it’s not cooked through).
- Serve with ice cream or cream, and enjoy.
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