Is it just one of the days when you are craving a dessert? But too lazy to clean up the mess!

Well, I was having one of those, and that is when I came up with this Vanilla Mug Cake recipe.

You need a cute mug and some ingredients, and voila!
Your comfort dessert is ready!

A mug cake is mixed in a mug and baked in the same mug, in a microwave, under 3 to 4 minutes. It’s the easiest and fastest way to make a single-serving cake.

I don’t know who came up with the concept, but I am sure they were someone who didn’t like cleaning the aftermath!
Let’s be honest, we bakers love baking, but cleaning is the hardest. And that too in the middle of the night!
So, this vanilla mug cake recipe will help you sit back and relax while you enjoy the freshly baked mug cake!

You need seven basic ingredients, a cute mug, and an ice cream of your choice. And it’s done!
Now chill out and indulge in the freshly baked Vanilla Mug Cake!

Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe Video Tutorial

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It’s super easy: You just need 2 minutes to prepare to collect and mix the ingredients and 2 to 3 minutes to bake the mug cake. Yes, it’s that easy and super quick!
• It’s EGGLESS: I haven’t used eggs for the recipe, only baking powder as a rising agent. And since it’s eggless, you don’t need to bake it too long, making it even more convenient.
• No mess, time saver recipe: You won’t have any bowls or spatula to clean after the recipe; you just need a mug and spoon to mix everything. What else do we bakers wish for :D?

Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe – Complete Video Tutorial

Important Ingredients In Vanilla Mug Cake

• Baking powder: Since the recipe doesn’t use eggs, baking powder is the sole ingredient giving rise to the cake. Without it, the vanilla mug cake would be a rubbery thing. So, make sure your baking powder is still fresh!
• Oil: I have used refined vegetable oil for the recipe, as it has no significant smell or flavor. It’s also helping in achieving a soft texture in the recipe. I wouldn’t recommend replacing oil with butter, as it will hamper the texture.
• Salt: Since I have used oil in the recipe, salt is a must, or the cake would just be bland.

How To Make Vanilla Mug Cake

• Mix all the ingredients: Add all the ingredients, i.e., all-purpose flour, castor sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, oil, and vanilla essence, to a mug and mix everything well to make a smooth batter.
• Bake: Put it for baking in the microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, then let it cool down to room temperature.
• Garnish & Serve: Once the cake has cooled, garnish it with your favorite toppings and fruits. I have used vanilla ice cream and fresh fruits like mango, blueberries, and kiwi for a refreshing treat.

Our quickest no-fuss Vanilla Mug Cake is now ready!

Chef Tips For The Recipe

Choose the correct mug size & material.

The cake will rise while baking, so make sure you are using a big mug so it doesn’t overflow. It should be microwave safe, and make sure it has no metallic parts.

Quick tip for microwaving.

Don’t over-microwave! An over-microwaved mug cake would be more like a rubber. So, make sure to bake for a few seconds after the mentioned time, if required.

Quick tip for baking.

If you are not a big fan of microwaved cake, you can also bake it in an OTG at 180°C; make sure that the mug you use for baking can withstand the required temperature.

How To Store Vanilla Mug Cake

I wouldn’t recommend storing the vanilla mug cake, as it tastes best when consumed fresh.

More Easy Recipes

If you want more easy-to-make recipes, try our Granola Bar Recipe, How to Make Nankhatai and Easy-to-Make Eggless Waffles.