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If you love soft vanilla cupcakes with creamy bakery-style flavor, this Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe is going to become your new obsession. It’s fluffy, buttery, perfectly sweet, and made in just one mug using simple pantry ingredients. The yogurt and condensed milk give this mug cake a creamy bakery-style finish that makes it taste extra luxurious. This quick microwave dessert is perfect for late-night cravings, small-batch baking, or when you want cake instantly without turning...
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Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a microwave-safe mug until evenly combined.
Add the milk, butter, vanilla essence, and thick yogurt to the mug. Mix until smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
Fold in white chocolate chips or condensed milk if using for extra richness.
Microwave the mug cake for 60–70 seconds. Start with 60 seconds and add a few extra seconds only if needed. Avoid overcooking to prevent dryness.
Spread 1 teaspoon of condensed milk over the warm cake and let it melt into the top. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Do not overmix the batter to maintain a soft texture.
Use thick yogurt for the creamiest texture.
Start checking the cake at 60 seconds to avoid overcooking.
Let the cake rest for 1 minute after cooking to settle the texture.
Use good-quality vanilla for better flavor.
Can I make this mug cake without yogurt?
Yes. You can replace it with cream, sour cream, or milk mixed with a few drops of lemon juice.
Why is my mug cake dry?
It was likely overcooked. Microwave cakes cook very fast, so even 10 extra seconds can change the texture.
Can I make this without condensed milk?
Absolutely. The cake still tastes delicious without it.
I’m Rajani, a passionate cook with over 15 years of experience creating delicious, approachable dishes. My love for food began in childhood, inspired by watching Sanjeev Kapoor’s Khana Khazana with my mom and helping her in the kitchen. On The Gourmet’s Hut, I share tried-and-tested authentic Indian recipes and quick microwave mug cake recipes perfect for busy days. My goal is to make cooking simple, flavorful, and fun—because food brings people together and every meal should create memories.
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