Funfetti Mug Cake is a 2 ingredient, personal dessert made with your favorite mug and microwave. Make this mini funfetti cake in minutes!
Cake Mix Mug Cake
Funfetti mug cakes are a tasty way to enjoy a cake in a single portion serving. Not only does it help you satisfy that sweet tooth with your favorite cake, but it also helps to do it quickly!
If you find yourself wanting something sweet before bed (like many of us do ;)) but you don’t want to stay up late baking, waiting, and cleaning up after yourself, this Funfetti mug cake is the perfect solution! In under 5 minutes you can have a cake in your mouth and only a mug and spoon to clean.
I love super simple recipes and this one is as simple as it gets. Creating a mug cake is the perfect way to enjoy yourself without a large hassle. You’re going to love these Funfetti mug cakes!
What’s in Funfetti Mug Cakes?
- Cake Mix
- Water
The ratio you’ll want is 2:3, water:cake mix.
How to Make Funfetti Mug Cakes in the Microwave
Measure out all of the ingredients and add them to your microwave-safe mug. Mix well. I like to add a few extra sprinkles on top because there are never enough sprinkles. 😉
Place your mug into the microwave and bake for about 1.5 minutes. Open microwave, remove mug and give it a moment to cool before enjoying. Psst. add frosting on top for an even more magical experience. 😉
Can I make other favored mug cakes?
Yes, mug cakes come in all sorts of different varieties. Use your favorite box cake mix to make a cake you enjoy!
Can I add other ingredients to this mug cake?
Adding chocolate chips, or more sprinkles while it’s baking could be a delicious idea. Adding a nice powdered sugar glaze to the top of the mug cake after its done baking could help it to feel more complete like a real cake.
Funfetti Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp cake mix
- 4 tbsp water
Instructions
- Whisk together the cake mix and water in a microwave safe mug.
- Cook in the microwave for 1 1/2 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before eating.
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Tiffiny says
I did this but added in some instant espresso and used a mix of liquid creamer and milk instead of water. Not disappointed. 😊
Karli Bitner says
Yum!! Thanks, Tiffiny!
Linda B Myers says
Got creative with bits of this and that left from holiday baking —
Lemon cake mix
Pumpkin spice coffee creamer
A couple of pecan and walnut halves
Dried cranberries, a few raisins, a chopped date, and a little shredded coconut.
Topped with a bit of canned cream cheese frosting.
OMG, it was a party in my tongue!
Liz says
So it doesn’t need oil or egg? Fantastic idea, but am afraid to try. Hate to waste if it doesn’t work.
Karli Bitner says
Hi Liz, nope, all that is needed is the water. 🙂
bella says
can you make it with milk to make it richer or will it now work?
Karli Bitner says
I haven’t tried this myself so I can’t say for sure. If you give it a try, let me know how it goes!
Sharon Schroeter says
THESE LOOK GREAT! What size mug do you use?
Karli Bitner says
It is just an 8 oz mug. 🙂
Jen says
Perfect!
Jaime says
Wanted cake..didn’t want to bake a cake.. this was sooo good 😊😊
Karli Bitner says
So happy to hear this, Jaime!
Kim B. says
I made this last night for my husband and I. I did a slightly larger mix, used a larger mug, and microwaved for 2 minutes. 2 spoons, 1 mug cake! I was blown away how moist the cake was! What a fun treat!
Karli Bitner says
I am so happy to hear this, Kim!!
Estelle says
I had doubts, but this mug cake was delicious! We made some icing separately and put it on the mug cake, and there was no way I could tell the difference between that and cupcakes I’ve made before with the same cake mix.
T says
Thanks for posting. I used what I had on hand 4 tbs white cake mix, toasted pecans, 4 tbs unsweetened vanilla almond milk and added a touch of dark maple syrup….140 seconds…it was great. Thanks!
T says
Sorry typo used 6tbs mix 4 tbs almond milk.
Mitch says
Worked amazingly and so delicious! So much cheaper than buying the expensive mug cake individual servings! Brilliant!
Karli Bitner says
I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe!!
Laura Shaffer says
Thank you for sharing this. After two failed cake orders, and with a fussy baby, this recipe saved the (birth)day. I can’t believe it worked. I tripled the recipe and I’m at about 5000 feet elevation so I threw in an extra tablespoon of flour and water. Thanks again!
Linda B Myers says
Got creative with bits of this and that left from holiday baking —
Lemon cake mix
Pumpkin spice coffee creamer
A couple of pecan and walnut halves
Dried cranberries, a few raisins, a chopped date, and a little shredded coconut.
Topped with a bit of canned cream cheese frosting.
OMG, it was a party in my tongue!
KB says
Came out great! Used chocolate cake mix, water, and it came out so moist. I have been looking for a simple mug cake for everrrrr!
Cooking with Karli says
I’m so glad this worked out Kamari, it is so good as a snack. Happy baking!
Brenda Gipe says
First, your description of almost-bedtime sweets craving was spot-on for my life. Second, I used a spice cake mix, half-and-half instead of water, and a little pumpkin pie spice. While it microwaved, I made a glaze out of a tablespoon of powdered sugar and a little water. THE HARDEST PART WAS WAITING FOR IT TO COOL SLIGHTLY!! So, so good! And now I don’t have a whole cake staring me in the face while I try to get back on my diet tomorrow! Thank you so much!! <3