Mug Cakes

By: Zachary Iozzi

You know that moment when you open the fridge and see nothing appetizing... Well, I'm here to help you with that craving. As long as you have basic baking ingredients, you should be good to go and ready to make a delicious mug cake. Below are two recipes for these delicious treats... enjoy!

Chocolate Mug Cake:

Ingredients-

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola oil)
• Splash of vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons chocolate chips

Directions-

1. Mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a microwave-safe mug
2. Add milk, vegetable oil, chocolate chips, and vanilla and mix well
3. Microwave for 1:30 minutes... add icing if desired

Vanilla Mug Cake:

Ingredients-

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg yolk* do not add in the egg white
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sprinkles optional

Directions-

1. Melt butter in your mug.... Whisk in milk, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and sugar
2. Whisk in flour and baking powder, add sprinkles if desired
3. Microwave for 1:30 and enjoy

These recipes are great for after school, a small snack, or a quick dessert. They are filling and cater to your cravings for sweets, enjoy.