This recipe is an easy mug cake that offers all the joy of a birthday cake in a quick, single-serving dessert. Perfect for those moments when you crave something sweet but don’t want to commit to baking a full cake, this microwave birthday cake is fluffy, flavorful, and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale:
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons milk (or a dairy-free alternative)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream topping
Sprinkles for cake
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk them together until well blended. Ensure there are no visible lumps.
Add the wet ingredients: milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture thoroughly until there are no lumps.
Microwave the mug cake on high for about 1 minute. Keep an eye on it as microwave times can vary.
Once cooked, carefully remove the mug from the microwave and allow it to cool for a minute before adding toppings.
Top your Birthday Cake Mug Cake with whipped cream and a generous sprinkle of colorful sprinkles.
