Description
This easy and quick vegan mug cake recipe is perfect for a single-serving dessert that is both dairy-free and plant-based. Made with simple pantry ingredients and ready in under five minutes, this moist and fluffy mug cake can be customized with vegan chocolate chips or sprinkles for extra indulgence. The recipe uses nondairy milk and oil to achieve perfect texture, and it’s cooked conveniently in the microwave, making it ideal for a fast sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 4 1/2 tablespoons nondairy milk (such as almond, soy, or oat)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons oil (such as canola or coconut oil)
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Vegan chocolate chips or sprinkles
- Vegan whipped topping or ice cream
Instructions
- Mix dry: In a microwave-safe mug, add the flour, sugar, and baking powder. Stir well to evenly incorporate the dry ingredients.
- Mix batter: Pour in the nondairy milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and free of lumps. Fold in vegan chocolate chips or sprinkles if desired.
- Microwave cake: Cook the mug on high power in the microwave for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. If the cake is not fully cooked, continue microwaving in 10-second intervals until done.
- Cool: Let the cake cool for about 1 minute before eating. Serve with vegan whipped topping or ice cream if using.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary depending on the wattage of your microwave; adjust accordingly to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
- Use any plant-based milk you prefer; almond, soy, or oat milk work best for flavor and texture.
- Substitute canola oil with melted coconut oil for additional richness, but avoid solidifying if microwaving immediately.
- For a gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
- Serve immediately as the texture may change upon cooling.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Vegan
Keywords: vegan mug cake, quick dessert, dairy-free cake, microwave cake, single serving cake, vegan dessert
