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5-Minute Lemon Mug Cake

A single-serving cake that cooks in the microwave in 90 seconds—just flour, milk, sugar, and fresh lemon stirred in a mug. Serve warm with tea for the perfect quick dessert or coffee companion.

Total time
5 min
Servings
1
Calories
210
Protein
3g
5-Minute Lemon Mug Cake
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix flour, sugar, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt in a microwave-safe mug.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in milk and lemon juice until just combined and no dry flour streaks remain.

  3. Step 3

    Microwave on high for 90 seconds until the cake rises and the surface looks set.

  4. Step 4

    Let cool 1 minute, then serve warm with tea.

Tools you’ll need

  • microwave-safe mug
  • spoon

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