32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (2024)


Quick and easy desserts are the name of the game these days, that’s why you have to check out thee mug cake recipes. If you have never had these, you need to try these mug cakes. They are a simple and easy way to make a sweet treat when you have a sweet tooth. They only take a few ingredients and are super delicious!

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Here are the recipes I found:

Chocolate Lava Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (1)
Source: Pumpkin ‘N Spice
Prep Time: 3 min
Cook Time: 2 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 9

Craving something sweet today? I have just the recipe for you! This chocolate lava mug cake is made in the microwave and is ready in a matter of minutes. If you’re anything like me, a HUGE chocolate lover, this is going to become on of your go-to quick desserts!

Cookies n’ Cream Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (2)
Source: Kirbie Cravings
Prep Time: 4 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 6

I absolutely love mug cake recipes since they’re so quick and easy to make! This cookies and cream mug cake is a mix of white chocolate chips and crushed Oreo cookies. This would be a perfect dessert on those lazy sundays!

Hot Cocoa Mug Brownie for One

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (3)
Source: Oh Sweet Basil
Prep Time: 2 min
Cook Time: 1.5 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 5

Are your kids bugging you for something sweet? You don’t have to bake anything… All you need is this mug cake! Mix some cocoa, flour, melted butter, vanilla, and water. Their sweet tooth will be satisfied after this one. Plus, they can add all their favorite toppings!

Gingerbread Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (4)
Source: The Big Man’s World
Prep Time: 1 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 10

This gingerbread mug cake what you need to try this holiday season! It’s fluffy, moist and this recipe has no dairy or eggs. If you’re making Christmas cookies but need a little treat while you wait, you’re going to love this one!

Vanilla Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (5)
Source: Just so Tasty
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 11

If you want a mug cake that doesn’t just taste good but also looks good, you need to check out this one out. It’s loaded with a delicious vanilla flavor and it has tons of sprinkles. You can decorate it in any way you want!

Chocolate Mug Cake for Two Recipe

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (6)
Source: Crunchy Creamy Sweet
Prep Time: 1 min
Cook Time: 2 min
Servings: 2
Number of Ingredients: 10

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and if you need some dessert ideas, this is it! This chocolate mug cake for two is perfect! With its soft chocolate and the perfect level of fluffiness, it all comes together in less than five minutes. LOVE it!

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Cinnamon Roll Microwave Mug Cake Recipe

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (7)
Source: Kim’s Cravings
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 8

Cinnamon rolls are a classic breakfast treat that my kids will eat everyday if I let them. If you’re in a rush, you can just make your cinnamon rolls in a mug! This flawless mug cake recipe comes with a video to help you along the way!

Brownie In A Mug

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (8)
Source: Chocolate Covered Katie
Cook Time: 5 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 9

Don’t you just love recipes that can be ready in less than five minutes? This chocolate brownie mug cake is the perfect fudgy dessert ever. It’s gooey and chocolatey! It is a high-protein recipe and you can easily turn it into a vegan dessert. Yummy!

Apple Pie Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (9)
Source: Kleinworth & Co
Prep Time: 3 min
Cook Time: 3 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 8

We all know that fall is all about apples, cinnamon, and of course… pumpkin spice! That’s why you need to check out this super tasty apple pie mug cake. Everyone goes crazy for fall flavors and you can’t miss out on this one!

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Pumpkin Mug Cake Recipe

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (10)
Source: Keeping the Peas
Prep Time: 1 min
Cook Time: 2 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 7

Are you in need of something sweet to satisfy that craving? Speaking of pumpkin spice… check this mug cake recipe out! You can mix a few pantry staples together, put it in the microwave, and be done in a matter of minutes. And the best part is that you won’t make a huge mess!

Vanilla Vegan Mug Cake Recipe

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (11)
Source: The Conscious Plant Kitchen
Prep Time: 2 min
Cook Time: 2 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 6

If you’re trying to stay away from eggs and milk, but still want a good dessert, you need this vanilla mug cake! It’s a vegan recipe that will be ready in about two minutes. Plus, it’s the fluffiest dessert you’ve ever tried

Snickerdoodle Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (12)
Source: Five Heart Home
Prep Time: 4 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 9

When you need something sweet and you need it right now, this Snickerdoodle mug cake is right there to save you. For this wonderful cake, you’ll be using simple ingredients that you can probably find around your house. Save this recipe for next time you need a quick treat!

Red Velvet Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (13)
Source: The Novice Chef Blog
Prep Time: 4 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 10

If you love red velvet cake, but want to avoid the hassle of baking for half the afternoon, try this mug cake! You only need a few simple ingredients to feel like a master chef. Plus, whats better than red velvet and white chocolate chips?!

Rice Krispie Treat in a Mug for One

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (14)
Source: Oh Sweet Basil
Prep Time: 2 min
Cook Time: .5 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 3

Buy some rice krispies and make the most stunning dessert that you can think of! This recipe can also be turned into a gluten-free version for all your gluten-free friends. Quick and easy!

Witch Cauldron Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (15)
Source: Bitz & Giggles

Halloween will be back before we even realize it! That’s why you might want to save this witch cauldron mug cake recipe. It’s the perfect single-serving dessert for your kids. Not only does it look perfect but it’s also extremely delicious!

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One-Minute Mint Chocolate Gluten Free Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (16)
Source: Bless Her Heart Y’all
Prep Time: 2 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 10

Mint chocolate cakes are my favorite! They became my number one when I realized I didn’t need to spend lots of time making them. I can just make a super easy mug cake! In only three simple steps, you can have a tasty bite sized dessert

Microwave Strawberry Pop Tart in a Mug

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (17)
Source: Bigger Bolder Baking
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 7

Who knew you could make amazing desserts in a mug in your microwave? If you’ve never tried this genius trick, today is the day! This recipe shows you how to make a strawberry pop tart. You just mix your ingredients in a mug and pop it in the microwave for a minute. How cool is that?!

Banana Bread Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (18)
Source: The Big Man’s World
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 5

If you have some bananas around the house, it’s time for some banana bread. This time, make some banana bread in a mug, instead of the classic recipe. This single-serving dessert has no eggs or milk. Healthy and yummy!

Coffee Cake in a Cup

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (19)
Source: Heather Likes Food
Prep Time: 3 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 11

If you’re a coffee lover like myself… this recipe is going to be one of your favorites! It’s not too sweet, but it’s incredibly fluffy and will be ready in about 5-10 minutes. Check out the recipe and save it for later

Chocolate Nutella 2 Minute Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (20)
Source: Mel’s Kitchen Cafe
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 2 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 8

We all get cravings for amazing over-the-top desserts. That’s normal! But, instead of wasting hours on end in the kitchen, now you can make a chocolate Nutella cake in less than two minutes. This one looks super simple yet amazing!

Triple Coconut Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (21)
Source: Kirbie Cravings
Prep Time: 4 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 8

Coconut comes in so many different forms today! That should be enough to inspire you to try this triple coconut mug cake. As the title says, this recipe includes three different forms of coconut: coconut oil, coconut milk, and coconut flakes. Everyone will go crazy for this one!

Gluten Free S’mores Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (22)
Source: Kim’s Cravings
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 2 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 10

Is eating better desserts one of your New Year’s resolutions? This gluten-free s’mores mug cake will do the trick! It’s a quick dessert that has all the summer campfire vibes. You won’t believe how convenient making this is!

1-Minute Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (23)
Source: Sugar-Free Mom
Prep Time: 2 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 10

If you love your desserts a little too much, you might know the importance of a good low-carb dessert. Well, this peanut butter mug cake is low-carb, grain-free, and gluten-free. It’s gonna be enough to satisfy all your crazy cravings!

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Carrot Mug Cake Recipe

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (24)
Source: Life Made Sweeter
Prep Time: 4 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 14

Are you trying to watch your weight, but still want something sweet? This carrot mug cake is perfect for you! It is a low-carb, paleo, vegan cake that is not too sweet, yet sweet enough. Easy to make and just a single serving so you can’t go crazy!

Espresso Chocolate Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (25)
Source: Table for Two
Prep Time: 1 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 9

If you need more coffee on top of your regular cup of coffee, check out this espresso chocolate mug cake. This decadent recipe is egg-free and made in just a couple of minutes. Win win!

Peanut Butter Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (26)
Source: Oh Sweet Basil
Prep Time: 4 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 7

We all know that mug cakes are the perfect kid-friendly recipe. This super simple recipe, just like the rest of them, is amazing because you won’t make a huge mess in the kitchen. That’s why you need more mug cake recipes! This peanut butter one is perfection in a cup. It’s moist, delicious, and extra sweet. Can you ask for more?

Blueberry Lemon Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (27)
Source: Lemons + Zest
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 10

A fluffy, moist cake that is ready in minutes?! Sign me up! This blueberry lemon mug cake is made using juicy blueberries and some lemon. On top of that, you’ll need some milk and greek yogurt. It’s that simple!

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Banana Bread Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (28)
Source: Kirbie Cravings
Prep Time: 8 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 8

Banana bread can become a bit of an obsession! If you’re obsessed but don’t want to make an entire loaf of this bread, this mug cake recipe is the perfect alternative. All you need is your typical banana bread ingredients, a mug, and your microwave. Easy peasy!

Microwave Strawberry Protein Mug Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (29)
Source: Food Faith Fitness
Prep Time: 3 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 15

This amazing strawberry mug cake that I am about to show you is packed with protein and it’s extremely delicious. You’ll mix all your ingredients and just put it in the microwave. Quick and delicius, my favroite type of desserts!

How to Make a Brownie in a Mug

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (30)
Source: The Typical Mom
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 8

Making a brownie in a mug has never been easier! This brownie recipe is the easiest thing you’ll come across today. It’s especially perfect during these times when we’ve all learned the importance of a single-serving dessert. The deliciousness is guaranteed!

Oreo Cake In A Cup

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (31)
Source: My Ginger Garlic Kitchen
Prep Time: 2 min
Cook Time: 3 min
Servings: 3
Number of Ingredients: 9

Chocolatey, fluffy, and with an amazing texture, this Oreo mug cake is an award-winning dessert. It’s a simple cake that will be ready in less than five minutes. Plus, it’s perfect for midnight sweet cravings. Amazing, right?

“The One” Chocolate Cake

32+ Best Mug Cake Recipes In Under 5 Minutes (32)
Source: Budget Bytes
Prep Time: 3 min
Cook Time: 1 min
Servings: 1
Number of Ingredients: 8

Do you want to curl up on the couch and binge a series all day? If you need some company, this chocolate mug cake is the perfect companion. It’s not too sweet, but you can customize it and make it sweeter if you want. You can even turn it into a vegan chocolate mug cake. Have fun with it and enjoy the sweetness!

Make sure you save this post for later, there are so many good mug cake recipes to try you’ll want to make them all. Pick your favorite, grab a mug and make yourself a delicious treat!

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