Gingerbread Mug Cake
This warmly spiced gingerbread mug cake comes together in a single mug and cooks in the microwave in under 2 minutes. This quick recipe captures all the festive flavors of classic gingerbread in a cozy single-serve treat.
A festive spiced gingerbread cake made in a mug in the microwave in under 3 minutes.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
batter
spices
Instructions
Combine Wet Ingredients
Add the melted butter, molasses, milk, and brown sugar to a large microwave-safe mug and whisk together until the sugar is dissolved and everything is combined.
Add Dry Ingredients
Add the flour and spice blend to the mug and stir gently until just combined being careful not to overmix the batter.
Microwave the Cake
Microwave on high for 60 to 75 seconds until the cake is just set on top but still slightly moist in the center. The cake will continue cooking slightly from residual heat.
Cool and Top
Allow the mug cake to cool for 1 minute then top with a dollop of whipped cream or cream cheese frosting before serving.
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