Depression Mug Cake

Name: Depression Mug Cake
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp sugar; 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder; 0.25 tsp baking soda; 1 pinch salt; 2 tbsp water; 1 tbsp oil; 0.5 tsp vinegar; 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsp water; 1 tbsp cocoa powder; 2 tbsp powdered sugar; 1 tsp water

Serves 1

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Depression Mug Cake

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Serves 1

Directions

1In a large microwave-safe mug, add 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
2Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar for sweetness.
3Add 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder if you're making the chocolate version.
4Add a quarter teaspoon of baking soda to help it rise.
5Add a pinch of salt to bring out the flavor.
6Give everything a quick whisk so the dry ingredients are evenly combined.
7Pour in 2 tablespoons of water to moisten the batter.
8Add 1 tablespoon of oil for softness.
9Add half a teaspoon of vinegar to react with the baking soda.
10Add half a teaspoon of vanilla extract for a hint of warmth.
11Stir it all together until smooth and lump-free.
12Add one more tablespoon of water to loosen the batter and get a perfect smooth consistency.
13Microwave on medium-high power for about 60 to 70 seconds.
14Let it rest for a minute while it cools slightly.
15In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and about a teaspoon of water for the glaze.
16Mix the glaze until smooth and glossy, adjusting water as needed for perfect consistency.
17Drizzle the glaze over your cake or dust with powdered sugar.

Ingredients

4 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
0.25 tsp baking soda
1 pinch salt
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp oil
0.5 tsp vinegar
0.5 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp water

Equipment

large microwave-safe mugspoonmicrowavesmall bowl

Tips

Give everything a quick whisk so the dry ingredients are evenly combined, that way the cake bakes up evenly without dense spots.
Adjust water as needed for perfect consistency of the glaze.
Drizzle with cocoa glaze or dust with powdered sugar for a rustic touch.

Depression Mug Cake

Serves 1

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Depression Mug Cake

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Serves 1

Directions

1In a large microwave-safe mug, add 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
2Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar for sweetness.
3Add 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder if you're making the chocolate version.
4Add a quarter teaspoon of baking soda to help it rise.
5Add a pinch of salt to bring out the flavor.
6Give everything a quick whisk so the dry ingredients are evenly combined.
7Pour in 2 tablespoons of water to moisten the batter.
8Add 1 tablespoon of oil for softness.
9Add half a teaspoon of vinegar to react with the baking soda.
10Add half a teaspoon of vanilla extract for a hint of warmth.
11Stir it all together until smooth and lump-free.
12Add one more tablespoon of water to loosen the batter and get a perfect smooth consistency.
13Microwave on medium-high power for about 60 to 70 seconds.
14Let it rest for a minute while it cools slightly.
15In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and about a teaspoon of water for the glaze.
16Mix the glaze until smooth and glossy, adjusting water as needed for perfect consistency.
17Drizzle the glaze over your cake or dust with powdered sugar.

Ingredients

4 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
0.25 tsp baking soda
1 pinch salt
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp oil
0.5 tsp vinegar
0.5 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp water

Equipment

large microwave-safe mugspoonmicrowavesmall bowl

Tips

Give everything a quick whisk so the dry ingredients are evenly combined, that way the cake bakes up evenly without dense spots.
Adjust water as needed for perfect consistency of the glaze.
Drizzle with cocoa glaze or dust with powdered sugar for a rustic touch.