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Vanilla Mug Cake
A warm, fluffy single-serving cake baked in a mug in under 3 minutes. Rich vanilla flavor with a tender crumb—no oven required.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 286
- Protein
- 6g
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Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a microwave-safe mug.
Step 2
Add egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth with no lumps.
Step 3
Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds until the top springs back when touched.
Step 4
Let cool for 30 seconds. Serve warm, optionally topped with powdered sugar or whipped cream.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug (12 oz minimum)
- spoon
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