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Funfetti Mug Cake

Jan 14, 2020 · 23 Comments

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Funfetti Mug Cake is a 2 ingredient, personal dessert made with your favorite mug and microwave. Make this mini funfetti cake in minutes!

funfetti cake made in a mug

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!

cake mix mug cake

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. 😉 

mug cake before microwaving

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.

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funfetti cake made in a mug

Funfetti Mug Cake

Funfetti Mug Cake is a 2 ingredient, personal dessert made with your favorite mug and microwave. Make this mini funfetti cake in minutes!
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Course: Dessert
Keyword: funfetti mug cake
Prep Time: 1 minute
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Karli Bitner

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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  1. Tiffiny says

    April 2, 2020 at 8:38 am

    5 stars
    I did this but added in some instant espresso and used a mix of liquid creamer and milk instead of water. Not disappointed. 😊

    Reply
    • Karli Bitner says

      April 7, 2020 at 11:19 am

      Yum!! Thanks, Tiffiny!

      Reply
      • Linda B Myers says

        January 3, 2021 at 3:05 pm

        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!

  2. Liz says

    May 12, 2020 at 5:44 pm

    So it doesn’t need oil or egg? Fantastic idea, but am afraid to try. Hate to waste if it doesn’t work.

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    • Karli Bitner says

      May 14, 2020 at 8:17 pm

      Hi Liz, nope, all that is needed is the water. 🙂

      Reply
      • bella says

        October 20, 2020 at 7:52 am

        can you make it with milk to make it richer or will it now work?

      • Karli Bitner says

        November 4, 2020 at 9:16 am

        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!

  3. Sharon Schroeter says

    June 6, 2020 at 5:16 am

    5 stars
    THESE LOOK GREAT! What size mug do you use?

    Reply
    • Karli Bitner says

      June 16, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      It is just an 8 oz mug. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Jen says

    July 23, 2020 at 6:04 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect!

    Reply
  5. Jaime says

    August 5, 2020 at 8:05 pm

    5 stars
    Wanted cake..didn’t want to bake a cake.. this was sooo good 😊😊

    Reply
    • Karli Bitner says

      August 7, 2020 at 7:40 am

      So happy to hear this, Jaime!

      Reply
  6. Kim B. says

    September 3, 2020 at 7:05 am

    5 stars
    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!

    Reply
    • Karli Bitner says

      September 10, 2020 at 7:06 am

      I am so happy to hear this, Kim!!

      Reply
  7. Estelle says

    October 8, 2020 at 1:00 pm

    5 stars
    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.

    Reply
  8. T says

    October 11, 2020 at 7:46 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • T says

      October 11, 2020 at 7:48 pm

      Sorry typo used 6tbs mix 4 tbs almond milk.

      Reply
  9. Mitch says

    November 24, 2020 at 3:52 pm

    5 stars
    Worked amazingly and so delicious! So much cheaper than buying the expensive mug cake individual servings! Brilliant!

    Reply
    • Karli Bitner says

      November 25, 2020 at 8:11 am

      I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe!!

      Reply
  10. Laura Shaffer says

    December 20, 2020 at 7:36 pm

    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!

    Reply
  11. Linda B Myers says

    January 3, 2021 at 3:08 pm

    5 stars
    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!

    Reply
  12. KB says

    January 16, 2021 at 11:49 am

    5 stars
    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!

    Reply
    • Cooking with Karli says

      February 13, 2021 at 11:17 pm

      I’m so glad this worked out Kamari, it is so good as a snack. Happy baking!

      Reply

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