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Enjoy a delicious, light mug cake recipe in minutes with my single-serving Microwave Mug Sponge Cake recipe!
By Gemma Stafford | | 302
Last updated on May 11, 2022
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When it comes to a mug cake recipe, I have tried them all. From Bold flavors like my Funfetti Mug Caketo a Microwave Mug Brownie, I pride myself on having created almost 100 Mug Recipes for you. Now I’ve taken my Mug Meals magic to the next level by creating mug cakes that can be prepared in advance!
My Microwave Sponge Cake in a Mug is one of my new favorites. The beauty of this recipe is you will never have to worry that your sweet tooth will go unsatisfied again with a microwave cake you can make in minutes.
How Do You Make Mug Sponge Cake?
My Microwave Mug Sponge Cake could not be more authentic. Made from all the usual suspects for cake recipes — like butter, flour, sugar, vanilla and almond extract — this lovely sweet cake with that special soft texture is the perfect end to any day.
[ In the mood for Chocolate? Try my 1-Minute Nutella Brownie In A Mug! ]
Now instead of making a whole cake you can have just 1 serving in no time at all. And this cake batter can sit in its little mug in the fridge for up to 3 days, so you can enjoy a single-serving treat anytime!
How Long Does Mug Sponge Cake Take To Cook?
Whenever I just need a little something sweet I pop this mug cake in the microwave for about 1 minute. I have to say the only thing more satisfying than cake, is cake cooked in minutes. I top off my lovely sponge cake just like I would a traditional one: with loads of whipped cream and fresh berries.
I can’t wait for you all to treat yourself to my Microwave Mug Sponge Cake!
Get More Microwave Mug Cake Recipes!
You can get almost 100 more Mug Cakes & even savory mug recipes on myGemma’s Mug Meals Collection page!
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Microwave Mug Sponge Cake
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Enjoy a delicious, light mug cake recipe in minutes with my single-serving Microwave Mug Sponge Cake recipe!
Author: Gemma Stafford
Servings: 1
- Dessert
- Vanilla
- Less than 30 Minutes
- Single Serving
- Microwave
- Mug
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 2 minutes mins
Total Time 12 minutes mins
Enjoy a delicious, light mug cake recipe in minutes with my single-serving Microwave Mug Sponge Cake recipe!
Author: Gemma Stafford
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons (1oz/30g) butter
- 1 large egg*
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract , optional
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Tiny pinch of salt
Instructions
Place the butter in a large mug and microwave it for 20 to 30 seconds until melted.
Add the egg* and whisk it in with a fork.
Stir in the milk, vanilla, almond and sugar.
Add the flour, baking powder and salt. Mix the batter with a fork until smooth.
Cover and place in the fridge. When ready to serve microwave for 1 minute and 20 seconds.
Top with whipped cream and fresh berries and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Get almost 100 more Mug Recipes on Gemma's Mug Meals Collection page!
*Replacing Eggs: You can replace the eggs in this recipe by following my Egg Substitutes Chart.
Nutrition Facts
Microwave Mug Sponge Cake
Amount Per Serving (1 Mug Cake)
Calories 672Calories from Fat 261
% Daily Value*
Fat 29g45%
Saturated Fat 16.6g104%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 248.1mg83%
Sodium 440.1mg19%
Potassium 126.2mg4%
Carbohydrates 89g30%
Fiber 1.3g5%
Sugar 53.1g59%
Protein 12.1g24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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4 years ago
I baked it for 2 mins 20 seconds in the microwave and it came out PERFECTLY. Much love from South Africa.
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Ellie
4 years ago
Are they Supposed to explode??!😳😂😅😭😭
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Chloe
4 years ago
Didn’t like the taste of the mugcake however making it was easy but was unsure on the wattage of the microwave too and was a bit eggy for my liking.
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5 years ago
My 9 yr old daughter, Chandana absolutely loves your YouTube Channel. She keeps on surprising me by making these mug cakes and meals for me, for New year, for my birthday and for Mothers day. I really cant thank you enough for sharing such easy recipes with us all. God Bless You and hope you have a wonderful 2019 ahead!
PS: Its her birthday on March 18th and can you mention her name in any of your new videos. I am sure that would be a wonderful surprise for her. Her fav is cookies and cream 🙂
Cheers
Archana
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Mumchef
3 years ago
A winning recipe that produces a light sponge in under two minutes. I used light brown sugar which worked beautifully.
I flavoured mine with almond essence, also spooned some strawberry jam at the bottom of the mug before cooking. When it was done I drizzled some maple syrup over the top, served with dairy free ice cream and shared it with my teen daughter! Two happy ladies :}
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Annointed
4 years ago
I love it can’t wait to try
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Catherine O'Neill Edwards
3 years ago
Texture of slippery rubber.
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Talcfour
3 years ago
Fantastic! I needed to microwave for slightly longer though.
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Kari
4 years ago
Surprisingly good. Don’t know that I’d call the presentation restaurant quality, and maybe more eggy than typical cake, but even with coconut oil dubbed for butter (ran out of butter) it was kinda tasty and fun 🙂
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Jihan Tagle
4 years ago
Hi! What would be the temperature of the microwave because what i have is low, m. medium, medium, m. high and high. As well as in cooking cheesecake, what would be it’s temp setting too? Would be happy to hear your response. Thank you so much!☺️
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