Need a Sweet Treat STAT? These Mug Cake Recipes Are Lightning Quick (2024)

Need a Sweet Treat STAT? These Mug Cake Recipes Are Lightning Quick (1)

We love mug cakes because they’re easy to whip up, and ready in a flash, if that sweet tooth strikes without warning. They're great for when you want to avoid the messy hassle of preparing a whole cake. And the best part? No oven required.

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Eggless Chocolate Mug Cake

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No eggs? No problem. This eggless mug cake is a great option for chocolate lovers. Take it to the next level by adding a spoonful of Nutella.

Get the recipe for Eggless Chocolate Mug Cake at Table for Two.

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Microwave Peppermint Chocolate Mug Cake

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Keep this recipe on hand for when you need just a little extra Christmas spirit in your day. The combo of peppermint candy and chocolate chips is just the thing.

Get the recipe for Microwave Peppermint Chocolate Mug Cake at Simply LaKita.

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Chocolate Sprinkles Vanilla Mug Cake

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You probably have all the ingredients for this vanilla mug cake already, which is what makes this dessert so great—well, that and the sprinkles, of course.

Get the recipe for Chocolate Sprinkles Vanilla Mug Cake at Spoonful of Flavor.

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Sponge Mug Cake

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The secret ingredient to this soft, fluffy sponge cake is a dash of almond extract. Top with plenty of whipped cream and berries.

Get the recipe for Sponge Mug Cake at Gemma's Bigger Bolder Baking.

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Pecan Caramel Red Velvet Mug Cake

This isn't just any old red velvet cake recipe. Add pecans and caramel for a truly decadent treat.

Get the recipe for Pecan Caramel Red Velvet Mug Cake at Creme de la Crumb.

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Coffee Mug Cake

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This sweet takes a total of 5 minutes to whip up, and will pair splendidly with your morning coffee.

Get the recipe for Coffee Mug Cake at Crazy for Crust.

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Flourless Chocolate Mug Cake

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It doesn't get much simpler—or healthier—than this treat. Not only is it made with just four ingredients, but it's also paleo, vegan, and gluten-free.

Get the recipe for Flourless Chocolate Mug Cake at Big Man's World.

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Vanilla Mug Cake

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The little ones will especially love this rainbow recipe. Just look at all those sprinkles!

Get the recipe for Vanilla Mug Cake at Just So Tasty.

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Strawberries and Cream Mug Cake

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Whipped coconut cream is a delicious finish to this cake. You'll be licking your mug clean.

Get the recipe for Strawberries and Cream Mug Cake at Kirbie's Cravings.

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Keto Chocolate Lava Cake

Hidden in this decadent yet healthier mug cake is an ooey-gooey molten filling. It's a chocolate lover's dream.

Get the recipe for Keto Chocolate Lava Cake at Inside BruCrew Life.

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Carrot Cake Mug Cake

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Our absolute favorite way to enjoy carrots? When they're made into a cute cake and drizzled with cream cheese icing, of course.

Get the recipe for Carrot Cake Mug Cake at Amy's Healthy Baking.

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Chocolate Mug Cake

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A sprinkle of chocolate chips and a few fresh berries are the perfect finish for this chocolatey cake.

Get the recipe for Chocolate Mug Cake at Lil' Luna.

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The Best Pumpkin Mug Cake

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This eggless dessert is the easiest—and yummiest—way to get your pumpkin fix this fall.

Get the recipe for Pumpkin Mug Cake at The Novice Chef.

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Honey Mug Cake

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You'll bee oh-so-satisfied with every bite of this ultra moist cake.

Get the recipe for Honey Mug Cake at Sweet 2 Eat Baking.

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Cookies n' Cream Mug Cake

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With crushed Oreos inside, this white chocolate cake is perfect for a late night snack.

Get the recipe for Cookies n' Cream Mug Cake at Kirbie's Cravings.

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Carrot Cake Mug Cake

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This mug cake just might taste even better than regular carrot cake!

Get the recipe for Carrot Cake Mug Cake at Mildly Meandering.

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Gluten Free Dulce de Leche Mug Cake

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Make this cake even more decadent by drizzling some extra dulce de leche on top.

Get the recipe for Dulce de Leche Mug Cake at Primavera Kitchen.

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Cinnamon Roll in a Mug

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Satisfy your sweet tooth in the early morning with this classic treat.

Get the recipe for Cinnamon Roll in a Mug at A Virtual Vegan.

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Banana Mug Cake

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With fruit included, this mug cake is a healthier option.

Get the recipe for Banana Mug Cake at Tornadough Alli.

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Molten Chocolate Mug Cake

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It almost seems too good to be true that this elegant dessert comes from a microwave.

Get the recipe for Molten Chocolate Mug Cake at Cleobuttera.

Need a Sweet Treat STAT? These Mug Cake Recipes Are Lightning Quick (2024)

FAQs

Why don't mug cakes use eggs? ›

One entire egg added to a 10 or 12-ounce mug can leave your simplistic cake tasting like custard, and might also make your mug cake too wet when incorporated into the other ingredients.

Why don't mug cakes work? ›

The small size of the treat, particularly the mug you make it in, may limit your ability to properly mix your ingredients together. A regular whisk, for instance, is too big to reach into the space where the wall meets the base, so you might end up with clumps of unmixed dry ingredients at the bottom.

How to keep mug cake moist? ›

Without eggs, which add moisture as well as height, the mug cake needs something saucy—nut butter, caramel sauce, or chocolate sauce—to give it a moist, rich texture and pack in more flavor.

What can you substitute for egg yolk in mug cake? ›

The best egg yolk substitutes for thickening are:
  1. Silken tofu.
  2. Mashed banana, avocado or pumpkin.
  3. Gelatin or agar-agar.
  4. Nut butters.

Why are mug cakes so dense? ›

You didn't use self-rising flour

This type of flour gives these baked goods a light and fluffy consistency. Without all the right science involved with flour and other ingredients, cakes can be too dense and dry.

Why do they make eggless cakes? ›

It's a common misconception that eggless cakes and cupcakes are only for people with allergies or dietary restrictions. In fact, there are a number of reasons why bakers might choose to make an eggless cake. For one thing, eggs can be expensive, and omitting them can help to keep costs down.

Can you skip eggs in cake? ›

Substitutes like vinegar and baking soda, plain yogurt or buttermilk can help keep cake light, airy and structurally sound. Replace each egg with 1 teaspoon of baking soda combined with 1 tablespoon of vinegar, ¼ cup of plain yogurt or ¼ cup of buttermilk.

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