Easy Vanilla Mug Cake
This dairy-free microwave vanilla mug cake is the ultimate single-serve treat—quick, fluffy, and perfectly sweet! With just a few simple ingredients, you can satisfy your dessert cravings in about 5 minutes.
Servings: 1
Calories: 241kcal
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour heaping rounded tablespoons
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon applesauce
- 2 tablespoons plant milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon crushed walnuts optional
Instructions
- Add the dry ingredients–flour, baking powder, and salt–to your coffee mug and whisk them together well. I suggest heaping tablespoons instead of level.
- Next, add the wet ingredients–applesauce, maple syrup, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract.
- Mix all of the ingredients well using a small whisk or fork. Make sure to stir thoroughly to mix in all the flour at the bottom of the mug. It can be difficult to reach the edges. Toss in the walnuts and stir until they are folded into the batter well.
- Place in the microwave and cook for about 1 minute. Mine takes 1 minute and 5 seconds. Some microwave cooking times may vary. You might want to check the consistency after one minute and add additional time if needed.
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Notes
Tips & Suggestions:
I have included step-by-step photos and directions above to ensure your first attempt will be successful.
Mug size- Use a microwave-safe ceramic or glass mug that’s at least 12 ounces to prevent overflowing. A slightly taller mug works best to give the cake room to rise.
Flour options- I use whole wheat flour, but you could use others. Oat flour would be my next favorite choice, and if your oats are certified, it will make this recipe gluten-free. You will just need to reduce the amount of plant milk used to 1.5 tablespoons. It's easy to make oat flour in your blender using whole oats.
Sweetening- If you like desserts to be really sweet, consider adding a little more maple syrup. It is already plenty sweet to me, but some may prefer more sweetener.
Stir well- Make sure to stir thoroughly to mix in all the flour at the bottom of the mug. It can be difficult to reach the edges.
Don't overcook- The trick with cooking is to stop it a little before you think it is done to avoid overcooking which will dry it out.
Topping ideas- I have included a list of great topping options in the post above. If you decide to use non-dairy chocolate chips, don't add them until after the mug cake has cooked. Otherwise, it turns the batter dark when they melt. It's not nearly as pretty though it still tastes terrific!
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 441mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 27g