Craving a Spice Mug Cake that’s warm, fluffy, and bursting with cozy flavors? This quick and easy mug cake recipe is perfect for a sweet treat anytime – made in just 2 minutes with simple ingredients you probably already have at home! Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and a...

 Spice Mug Cake recipe
Prep Time
2min
Cook Time
1min
Total Time
3min

Ingredients

1 Servings
(1 serving = 1 mug cake)

Dry Ingredients

  • all-purpose flour
    all-purpose flour
    1/4cup
  • brown sugar
    brown sugar
    2tbsp
  • baking powder
    baking powder
    1/4tsp
  • salt
    salt
    1pinch
  • ground cinnamon
    ground cinnamon
    1/4tsp
  • ground cardamom
    ground cardamom
    1/8tsp
  • ground ginger
    ground ginger
    1pinch
  • ground cloves
    ground cloves
    1pinch

Wet Ingredients

  • milk
    milk
    3tbsp
  • oil or melted butter
    oil or melted butter
    1tbsp
  • vanilla extract
    vanilla extract
    1/2tsp

Toppings (Optional)

  • whipped cream
    whipped cream
    1dash
  • chocolate drizzle
    chocolate drizzle
    1dash
  • sprinkle clove powder or cinnamon
    sprinkle clove powder or cinnamon
    1

How to make Spice Mug Cake

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk all the dry ingredients together until evenly combined.

  2. Step 2

    Add milk, oil, and vanilla; stir lightly until just combined – don’t overmix.

Cooking

  1. Step 1

    Pour batter into a microwave-safe mug and smooth the top.

    Step 2.1: Pour batter into a microwave-safe mug and smooth the top
  2. Step 2

    Microwave on high for 60–70 seconds, until set but soft.

    Step 2.1: Microwave on high for 60–70 seconds, until set but soft
  3. Step 3

    Let it rest for 1 minute.

Serving

  1. Step 1

    Top with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and a sprinkle of clove powder.

    Step 3.1: Top with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and a sprinkle of clove powder
  2. Step 2

    Dig in and enjoy your cozy mug cake!

    Step 3.1: Dig in and enjoy your cozy mug cake!
    Step 3.2: Dig in and enjoy your cozy mug cake!

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

150.0kcal (7.5%)

Protein

2.0g (4%)

Carbs

20.0g (7.27%)

Sugars

10.0g (20%)

Healthy Fat

3.1g

Unhealthy Fat

3.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit for extra flavor.

  2. Use almond, oat, or soy milk for a dairy-free version.

  3. Microwave times may vary – adjust by 5–10 seconds if needed.

FAQS

  1. Can I make this mug cake gluten-free?

    Yes, you can substitute all-purpose flour with oat flour for a gluten-free option.

  2. What type of milk works best for this recipe?

    You can use dairy milk, almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk based on your preference.

  3. How can I prevent the cake from becoming rubbery?

    Avoid overmixing the batter and watch the microwave time carefully.

  4. Can I add extra ingredients to the batter?

    Yes, you can add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit for additional flavor.

  5. How do I adjust the microwave time for different wattages?

    If your microwave is less powerful, increase the time by 5–10 seconds. For high-power microwaves, reduce the time slightly.

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