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5-Minute Strawberry Mug Cake

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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp butter melted
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3-4 large strawberries chopped

Method
 

Instructions (Step-by-Step)
    Prep the Base
    1. Take a microwave-safe mug (12 oz / 350 ml).
    2. Add butter and microwave for 20–30 seconds until melted.
    3. Mix the Liquids
    4. Swirl the butter around the mug (prevents sticking).
    5. Add milk + vanilla, mix with a fork.
    Add Dry Ingredients
    1. Add flour, sugar, baking powder.
    2. Mix until smooth — no lumps.
    Add Strawberries
    1. Fold in half of the strawberries.
    2. Add the rest on top.
    3. Don’t overmix — this keeps the cake light.
    Microwave
    1. Cook on high for 90 seconds – 2 minutes
    2. 👉 Start with 90 seconds
    3. 👉 The top should look set and slightly springy
    4. Let It Rest
    5. Wait 1 minute before eating
    6. This makes the texture perfectly soft and fluffy

    Notes

    Pro Tips (This Makes ALL the Difference)

    • Don’t overcook
       → Biggest mistake = rubbery cake
       → Slightly underdone = soft & gooey perfection
    • Strawberry trick
       Toss berries in a tiny bit of flour
       → prevents sinking
    • Texture secret
       Batter should be slightly thick but still pourable

    Topping Ideas

    • Whipped cream
    • Vanilla ice cream
    • Powdered sugar
    • Extra fresh strawberries

    Variations

    Dairy-Free Option
    • Replace butter → coconut oil
    • Replace milk → almond or oat milk
    Extra Indulgent
    • Add white chocolate chips
    • Add a spoon of Nutella in the center

    Storage

    Best eaten immediately.
     (That’s the beauty of mug cakes )

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