Blueberry Muffin Mug Cake
on Oct 04, 2021, Updated Jun 28, 2023
This eggless Microwave Blueberry Muffin Mug Cake comes together in under 2 minutes using simple ingredients. It is an ideal single-serving dessert for those sudden sweet cravings. Make it using my easy recipe.
About Blueberry Muffin Mug Cake
Blueberry Muffin Mug Cake is a soft and fluffy single-serving cake made in a coffee mug in a microwave. It is your favorite blueberry muffin made in a cup.
It bursts with fresh blueberries and gets ready in just 2 minutes.
This blueberry mug cake recipe is my latest addition to the easy and quick dessert recipes that can be snacked anytime. It is a perfect way to cater to your sweet tooth or sudden dessert cravings.
My microwave blueberry mug cake recipe is eggless and uses simple ingredients, and the best part is that you don’t have to bake a whole cake and then worry about finishing it.
This instant dessert recipe can be doubled or tripled, so you can easily make it for the entire family.
Here are some more easy mug cake recipes that you must try
Ingredients
All-Purpose Flour makes the base of this delicious mug cake. You can use half all-purpose flour and half whole wheat flour for a healthier cake.
You can also use gluten-free flour like almond flour or coconut flour for a gluten-free version.
Blueberries – Use fresh or frozen blueberries. If using frozen berries, then add them directly into the batter. There is no need to thaw them.
Others – You will also need baking powder, granulated sugar, milk, unsalted melted butter, and vanilla extract.
You can replace granulated sugar with coconut sugar or dark brown sugar for a healthier version of this muffin.
Variations – Add a few other ingredients to the batter along with blueberries to make a variation of this blueberry mug cake. Here are some options.
- Other berries like raspberries, strawberries, and cranberries
- Chocolate chips
- M&M’s
- Sprinkles
- Nuts
- Lemon Zest
You can use honey or maple syrup as a sugar substitute.
You will also need tall coffee mugs. My recipe fits perfectly in 14-ounce mugs.
How To Make Blueberry Mug Cake
In a small bowl, whisk together
- 4 tablespoon (30 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 and ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
until completely combined.
Note – I use raw light brown sugar in my kitchen, but you can also use white granulated sugar.
Tip – You can mix the ingredients directly in the mug, but mixing in a bowl is easier and more uniform.
Add
- 3 tablespoon (45 ml) milk
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
to the bowl and whisk to make a smooth batter.
Fold in 10-12 blueberries and pour the batter into a 14-ounce microwave-safe mug.
Tip – To check if the mug is 14 oz, pour 1.75 cups of water into it. If the water fits, the mug is the right size to bake the cake.
Microwave on high for 1 and ½ to 2 minutes or until the batter is set.
Note – The cooking time may vary because the microwave power varies in strength. Start with baking the cake for 1 and ½ minutes and then increase the time in increments of 30 seconds as needed.
Remove the mug from the microwave and let it rest for a minute.
Top the blueberry mug muffin with a scoop of ice cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar, and serve warm.
Pro Tips By Neha
Try to make the cake in a mug with straight sides. It will help the cake to cook evenly and rise without overflowing the cup.
You can divide the batter into two smaller mugs to make two smaller servings.
Place the cup in the microwave as soon as you add the batter to the mug so the blueberries don’t sink in at the bottom.
Frequently Asked Questions
To make a vegan version of this cake
Replace regular milk with any plant-based milk like rice milk, almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.
Replace butter with vegan butter, coconut oil, canola oil, sunflower oil, or light olive oil.
To make this cake healthier, replace all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour and granulated sugar with organic raw sugar. Butter can also be replaced with light olive oil.
Yes, use an oven-proof mug and bake in a preheated oven at 360°F (180°C) for 15-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Serving Suggestions
Serve blueberry mug cake as a quick dessert, or top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
You can also enjoy it as an afternoon snack or whenever the sweet craving arises.
Storage Suggestion
Made an extra mug? Store it in the fridge for about a day or two.
Cover the top of the mug with foil paper tightly and store. Eat it at room temperature or warm in the microwave for a few seconds.
2 Minute Microwave Blueberry Muffin Mug Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (30 grams)
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 and ½ teaspoons granulated sugar (I use raw light brown sugar in my kitchen, but you can use white sugar as well)
- 3 tablespoons milk (45 ml)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- ¼ tablespoon vanilla extract
- 10-12 blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar until completely combined.
- Tip – You can mix the ingredients directly in the mug but I feel that mixing in a bowl is easier and more uniform.
- Add milk, butter, and vanilla extract to the bowl and whisk to make a smooth batter.
- Fold in the blueberries and pour the batter into a 14-ounces microwave-safe mug.
- Tip – To check if the mug is 14 oz, pour 1.75 cups of water into it. If the water fits, the mug is the right size to bake the cake.
- Microwave on high for 1 and ½ to 2 minutes, or until the batter is set.
- Note – The time of cooking may vary because the microwave power varies in strength. Start with baking the cake for 1 and ½ minutes and then increase the time in increments of 30 seconds as needed.
- Remove the mug from the microwave and let it rest for a minute.
- Top with a scoop of ice cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar and serve warm.
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Notes
- Other berries like raspberries, strawberries, and cranberries
- Chocolate chips
- M&M’s
- Sprinkles
- Nuts
