Quick Funfetti Mug Cake Recipe for One Easy in 5 Minutes
A fast and easy single-serving Funfetti mug cake that cooks in the microwave in just five minutes, perfect for a quick sweet treat without fuss.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons (about 30 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- In your mug or small bowl, combine 4 tablespoons (30 g) all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and a pinch of salt if using. Stir with a spoon to blend evenly.
- Pour in 3 tablespoons (45 ml) milk, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until you get a smooth batter without lumps. It should be thick but pourable.
- Gently mix 2 tablespoons of rainbow sprinkles into the batter. Don’t overmix, or the colors might bleed.
- Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 70-90 seconds. Start checking at 70 seconds. The cake should rise and look set but still moist.
- To test doneness, insert a toothpick or fork in the center. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter.
- Let the mug cake rest for 1-2 minutes to help the texture settle and prevent burning your tongue.
- Enjoy straight from the mug. Optional: top with whipped cream or chocolate sauce.
Notes
Use a trusted brand of sprinkles that won’t bleed color (e.g., Wilton’s jimmies). Avoid mugs with metallic paint or trim. Start checking microwave time at 70 seconds to avoid overcooking. For dairy-free, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use light oil like canola. Gluten-free flour blend can be used as a substitute for all-purpose flour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One mug cake (about
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
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