Chilled Red Velvet Mug Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
Total Time: 6 minutes 30 seconds

Craving something sweet and indulgent? This Red Velvet Mug Cake is a delightful treat that captures the essence of mug desserts, offering a quick and satisfying way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect for those late-night cravings or spontaneous dessert moments, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious.

Imagine a rich, velvety cake that you can whip up in mere minutes. With just a few ingredients and a microwave, you can enjoy a warm, chocolatey dessert that feels like a special occasion. Whether you’re cooking for one or sharing with a friend, this Red Velvet Mug Cake is a standout choice.

Quick and Easy Red Velvet Mug Cake

This Red Velvet Mug Cake is a luscious, single-serving dessert that combines the rich flavors of cocoa and a hint of vanilla with a beautiful red hue. It is wonderfully moist with a tender crumb, and adds a touch of elegance to your mug desserts.

Ingredients

4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon red food coloring
Cream cheese frosting for topping (optional)

Instructions

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
Microwave: Cook in the microwave on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set in the middle.
Cool and Serve: Let the mug cake cool for a minute before topping it with cream cheese frosting if desired. Enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Mug Cake directly from the mug!