Delicious Cream Cheese Frosted Carrot Mug Cake

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes

Craving a quick and satisfying treat? This Cream Cheese Frosted Carrot Mug Cake is the perfect solution. It’s a mug dessert that combines the warmth of carrot cake with the creamy sweetness of cream cheese frosting, all prepared in just minutes! Whether you’re after a midnight snack or a sweet pick-me-up, this recipe is here to satisfy your cravings.

Imagine a fluffy, moist carrot cake with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. It’s a delightful dessert that you can whip up in your microwave, making it an ideal option for anyone short on time or looking to indulge without the hassle of baking an entire cake.

Quick and Easy Mug Dessert

This carrot mug cake is spiced just right, featuring grated carrots mixed with warm spices, creating a comforting flavor profile. The cream cheese frosting adds a smooth and tangy finish that complements the sweetness of the cake, making every bite a delight.

Ingredients

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup grated carrots
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream cheese frosting for topping

Instructions

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in grated carrots, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Microwave: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for about 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is cooked through.
Frost: Allow the cake to cool slightly, then top generously with cream cheese frosting.
Serve: Enjoy your warm, scrumptious carrot mug cake straight from the mug.