31 Best Mug Cake Recipes for a Super Easy Treat
All you need is a microwave and a mug to make your own personal cake!
Who doesn't love a good mug cake!? They're easy to whip up and they're ready in a flash. Whenever that sweet tooth strikes, you can have a little, individual sweet treat in no time.
If you're a household of one or two, mug cakes are a great option for date night or those times when you really just don't want to get the entire kitchen messy. Or for when you'd like to keep the oven off during the summer months!
There are tons of reasons why mug cakes are convenient, but they can also be that perfect little dessert to satisfy a craving or celebrate an occasion. And we're not talking weird, rubbery mug cakes. Nope, these are just as delicious as a regular cake with none of the work!
Got a Craving? Here are More Delicious Dessert Recipes:
Brownie in a Mug
While this may not be a cake, it's a brownie made in the mug cake way. Perfect for those times when you're hit with a brownie craving!
Get the recipe for Brownie in a Mug at Delish.
Keto Chocolate Mug Cake
Sometimes a chocolate craving hits and you need something fast. This chocolate mug cake is perfect for such moments. The fact that it's keto makes it even better.
Get the recipe for Keto Chocolate Mug Cake at Delish.
Peanut Butter Mug Cake
Peanut butter and chocolate chips are a match made in microwave mug cake heaven!
Get the recipe for Peanut Butter Mug Cake at Oh Sweet Basil.
3-2-1 Mug Cake
This isn't your usual mug cake! This recipe involves combining cake mixes in a bag. Three tablespoons of the mix goes into a mug, and then all you have to do is add some water and microwave! And you have a stash of cake mix ready in your pantry whenever you get a craving.
Get the recipe for 3-2-1 Mug Cake at The Country Cook.
Mocha Chocolate Mug Cake
Mocha loves, have your coffee and chocolate cake at the same time! Topped with a scoop of ice cream, of course!
Get the recipe for Mocha Chocolate Mug Cake at The Recipe Rebel.
Gooey Chocolate Mug Cakes for Two
Need a quick dessert for date night? Or just a night in? This chocolate mug cake recipe makes enough for two gooey cakes.
Get the recipe for Gooey Chocolate Mug Cakes for Two at A Farmgirl's Dabbles.
Vanilla Mug Cake
Sometimes the basics are the best! This vanilla mug cake is super simple and easy to whip up with that sweet craving strikes.
Get the recipe for Vanilla Mug Cake at Inside BruCrew Life.
Oreo Mug Cake
The best thing about this little cake besides the fact that it has Oreos in it? It's only three ingredients!
Get the recipe for Oreo Mug Cake at Tastes Better From Scratch.
Lemon Mug Cake
If lemon desserts are your thing, you'll love this lemon mug cake. It's bright, zesty, and topped with white chocolate chips and a dollop of frosting.
Get the recipe for Lemon Mug Cake at Food Folks and Fun.
Salted Caramel Chocolate Mug Cake
Chocolate and caramel is a divine combination, so of course they taste amazing in a mug cake, too! A scoop of ice cream on top is the perfect addition to this recipe.
Get the recipe for Salted Caramel Chocolate Mug Cake at Simple Joy.
Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread Mug Cake
If you happen to have bananas and chocolate on hand, you could have this banana bread inspired mug cake in no time!
Get the recipe for Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread Mug Cake at Half Baked Harvest.
Pecan Caramel Red Velvet Mug Cake
This isn't just any old red velvet cake recipe. Add pecans and caramel for a truly decadent treat.
Get the recipe for Pecan Caramel Red Velvet Mug Cake at Creme de la Crumb.
Nutella Mug Cake
When you're getting close to the end of your Nutella jar, stop! Make this mug cake. You won't regret it.
Get the recipe for Nutella Mug Cake at Cooking Classy.
Pumpkin Mug Cake
The perfect fall mug cake is pumpkin, of course! Get warm and cozy on an autumn night with this easy treat.
Get the recipe for Pumpkin Mug Cake at Cookies and Cups.
Keto Chocolate Lava Cake
Hidden in this decadent yet healthier mug cake is an ooey-gooey molten filling. It's a chocolate lover's dream.
Get the recipe for Keto Chocolate Lava Cake at Inside BruCrew Life.
Chocolate Chip Mug Cookie
Cookie lovers can get in on the microwave mug recipes too!
Get the recipe for Chocolate Chip Mug Cookie at The Country Cook.
Low Fat Chocolate Mug Cake
If you're looking for a slightly healthier mug cake for a late night sweet treat, there's a recipe for that! With only a couple of minor tweaks to the ingredients.
Get the recipe for Low Fat Chocolate Mug Cake at Cafe Delights.
Peach Mug Cake
Peaches, brown sugar, and a little pinch of cinnamon means this mug cake recipe is going to be a keeper!
Get the recipe for Peach Mug Cake at Half Baked Harvest.
Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake
Who can resist a super quick and easy mug cake with a swirl of icing on top!?
Get the recipe for Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake at Cooking Classy.
Peppermint Chocolate Mug Cake
This mug cake is fun to whip up around the holidays! Or if you just really love chocolate and mint together, have it any time!
Get the recipe for Peppermint Chocolate Mug Cake at Simply LaKita.
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