Lemon Mug Cake
A quick and easy single-serving lemon mug cake that’s moist, fluffy, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for a speedy dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
- Total Time: 6 minutes 30 seconds
- Yield: 1
Ingredients
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug (at least 12 oz capacity), whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the milk, fresh lemon juice, vegetable oil, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients in the mug.
Whisk all ingredients together until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
Microwave the mug on high power for 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set in the middle. Cooking times may vary depending on microwave wattage.
Allow the mug cake to cool for 2 minutes before eating. Enjoy directly from the mug or transfer to a plate.