5-Minute Mug Vanilla Cupcakes
Fluffy vanilla cupcake batter microwaved in a mug, topped with whipped frosting and sprinkles. No oven, no wait — ready to eat in 5 minutes.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 2g
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup vanilla frosting, store-bought
- 2 tbsp colorful sprinkles
Instructions
- 1
Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder in a microwave-safe mug until combined.
- 2
Add milk and stir until smooth batter forms, no dry flour visible.
- 3
Microwave uncovered for 90 seconds until cake is fluffy and a toothpick comes out clean.
- 4
Let cool 30 seconds, then top with a generous spoonful of frosting.
- 5
Scatter sprinkles over frosting and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug (12 oz or larger)
- spoon
- toothpick
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