Easy and Delicious Red Velvet Mug Cake in 5 Minutes

This easy red velvet mug cake is the perfect sweet treat, made with simple ingredients and ready in just minutes. If you are craving cake but don’t want to bake an entire cake, this is our go-to dessert. Whether you need a quick dessert for Valentine’s Day, a cozy night in, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth, this single-serving cake is the answer.

Prep Time4

Cook Time1

Total Time5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: dessert recipe, easy recipe, mug cake

Servings: Serving

Calories: 580kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

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Gibson Dinnerware

Ingredients

For the Cake

4 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder
1/4 Teaspoon Baking Soda
1 Pinch Salt
3 Tablespoon Whole Milk or non-dairy options like almond or oat milk
1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil or melted butter for extra richness
1/2 Teaspoon White vinegar enhances the tangy flavor and velvety texture
1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/4 Teaspoon Red Food Coloring or beet juice for a natural option

For the Quick Cream Cheese Frosting

2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Cream Cheese
3 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar
1/4 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients; all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
4 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour, 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar, 1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder, 1/4 Teaspoon Baking Soda, 1 Pinch Salt
Add the Wet Ingredients. Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red food coloring. Use a mini whisk or fork to stir until a smooth batter forms.
3 Tablespoon Whole Milk, 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil, 1/2 Teaspoon White vinegar, 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract, 1/4 Teaspoon Red Food Coloring
Transfer to a Mug. Pour the cake batter into a large microwave-safe mug. At least 12 oz mug to prevent overflow.
Microwave & Watch It Rise. Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, depending on your microwave’s wattage. The edges of the cake should be set, and the top of the cake should look slightly soft but not wet.
Carefully remove the mug from the microwave and let the cake cool for a minute.
Make the Quick Cream Cheese Frosting
In a medium bowl, mix together the room-temperature butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2 Tablespoons Butter, 2 Tablespoons Cream Cheese, 3 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar, 1/4 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Spread the creamy cream cheese frosting on top, or add a little bit of whipped cream and fresh strawberries for extra indulgence.

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