Ingredients
For the Mug Cake
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ΒΌ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- Β½ tsp vanilla extract
- ΒΌ cup (35 g) blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Vanilla ice cream
- Powdered sugar
- Extra blueberries
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Mug
Choose a microwave-safe mug (10β12 oz / 300β350 ml).
Lightly grease the inside with a little oil or butter to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
Add to the mug:
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All-purpose flour
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Granulated sugar
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Baking powder
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A pinch of salt
Stir well with a fork until fully combined and no lumps remain.
Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
Add:
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Milk
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Vegetable oil (or melted butter)
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Vanilla extract
Stir until the batter is smooth.
Make sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the mug so all flour is mixed in.
Step 4: Add Blueberries
Gently fold the blueberries into the batter.
If using frozen blueberries, add them directly from the freezer (do not thaw).
Step 5: Microwave
Place the mug in the microwave.
Cook on HIGH power for 60β90 seconds.
Start checking at 60 seconds.
The cake is done when:
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The top looks set
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It springs back lightly when touched
Do not overcook, or the cake will turn dry.
Step 6: Rest and Serve
Let the mug cake rest for 1β2 minutes (it will continue setting).
Serve warm, straight from the mug, or add:
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Whipped cream
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Vanilla ice cream
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Powdered sugar
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Extra blueberries
Step 7: Enjoy
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Grab a spoon and enjoy a soft, fluffy blueberry vanilla cake in minutes.