10-Minute Vanilla Cupcakes with Frosting & Sprinkles
Mug-cake cupcakes baked in ramekins in the microwave, topped with whipped vanilla frosting and rainbow sprinkles. Ready to eat in under 10 minutes total.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 3g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk flour, sugar, and baking powder together in a bowl until combined.
Step 2
Add milk, oil, and vanilla; stir until just smooth with no lumps.
Step 3
Divide batter evenly into four microwave-safe ramekins or mugs.
Step 4
Microwave each ramekin for 60 seconds on high until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 5
While cakes cool, beat softened butter with powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
Step 6
Spread frosting over cooled cupcakes and top with rainbow sprinkles.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave
- four 6-8 oz microwave-safe ramekins or mugs
- medium mixing bowl
- whisk
- toothpick
- hand mixer or fork
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