This Red Velvet Mug Cake takes just 5 minutes to make! it is quick, easy, and delicious! Mix together the ingredients, microwave, and enjoy! It is great for an easy dessert or afternoon sweet treat!
Why You’ll Love this Recipe:
- It’s quick and easy to make
- This recipe only take 5 minutes or less to make
- Great for one person
- This mug cake is versatile! Add chocolate chips or change the topping!
- Just mix ingredients in a mug and microwave
- Check out this Vegan Chocolate Mug Cake [GF, Low-Carb, Low Sugar] for another microwave mug cake
What is a Mug Cake?
A mug cake is a single-serving cake that can be quickly made in a mug or microwave-safe cup. It’s a simple and convenient way to satisfy a sweet craving without having to bake an entire cake. The ingredients are typically mixed directly in the mug and then microwaved for a short time, resulting in a cake-like dessert that’s ready to eat in minutes. Mug cakes come in various flavors, including chocolate, vanilla, lemon, and more, and they’re customizable based on personal preferences.
Red Velvet Mug Cake Ingredients
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: gives this cake it’s classic flavor
- Sugar: adds some much needed sweetness
- Sour cream/ buttermilk: helps thin out the batter. If you want to really make this rich you can use full fat milk
- Baking powder: helps leaven this mug cake slightly
How to Make
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to ensure there are no lumps.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the dry ingredients in the mug, add the vegetable oil or melted butter, buttermilk (or sour cream), vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Stir until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are well combined.
- Microwave: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 70-90 seconds. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave’s power. Keep an eye on it; you want the cake to rise without overflowing the mug.
- Check Doneness: The cake should be firm to the touch on top. Use a toothpick to check if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached. This indicates that the cake is cooked through.
- Cool and Frost (Optional): Allow the cake to cool slightly before topping it with a dollop of cream cheese frosting, if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Grab a spoon and dig into this delightful, single-serving Red Velvet Mug Cake!
Expert Tips:
- Adjust the food coloring according to your preference for the vibrant red hue.
- Be cautious with the microwave timing to avoid overcooking the cake, as it might turn dry.
You can also include different add ins to this red velvet mug cake!
- sprinkles
- chocolate chips
- nuts
- crushed oreos
FAQs:
Can I use a different frosting?
Absolutely! Cream cheese frosting complements the red velvet flavor, but feel free to use your favorite frosting or skip it altogether.
Can I make this mug cake without red food coloring?
You can skip the food coloring, but it won’t have the traditional red velvet color. The taste will remain the same!
Why are mug cakes dense?
Mug cakes can be dense if cooked for too long.
Is this mug cake vegan?
It can be made vegan if you use DF milk!
More Easy Recipes on the Blog:
- Snickerdoodle Muffins
- Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites
- Air Fryer Nutella Bombs
- Easy Brownie Batter Dip
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Red Velvet Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 3 tbsp buttermilk or sour cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp red food coloring
- pinch of salt
- cream cheese frosting optional
Instructions
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to ensure there are no lumps.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the dry ingredients in the mug, add the vegetable oil or melted butter, buttermilk (or sour cream), vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Stir until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are well combined.
- Microwave: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 70-90 seconds. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave’s power. Keep an eye on it; you want the cake to rise without overflowing the mug.
- Check Doneness: The cake should be firm to the touch on top. Use a toothpick to check if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached. This indicates that the cake is cooked through.
- Cool and Frost (Optional): Allow the cake to cool slightly before topping it with a dollop of cream cheese frosting, if desired.
