Description
This delightful Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake is a quick and easy single-serving dessert that can be ready in just 7 minutes. Featuring fresh strawberries, a fluffy cake base, and topped with whipped cream, it’s perfect for a sweet treat any time of day with minimal preparation and using simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
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Strawberry Topping
- 100 g Strawberries (Fresh, quartered)
- 2 tsp Granulated Sugar (Adjust to taste)
Cake Batter
- 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter (Melted)
- 4 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (Do not use whole wheat)
- 1/8 tsp Baking Powder (For rising)
- 3 tbsp Milk (Dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract (Pure is best)
- a pinch Salt (Balances sweetness)
Topping
- 2 tbsp Whipped Cream (Homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Quarter the fresh strawberries and combine them with granulated sugar in a bowl. Mix gently and set aside to allow the strawberries to macerate and release their flavors.
- Melt Butter: Place the unsalted butter in a large microwave-safe mug and microwave until melted, which usually takes about 20-30 seconds depending on your microwave.
- Mix Batter: To the mug with melted butter, add all-purpose flour, baking powder, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until you achieve a smooth batter without lumps.
- Microwave Cake: Microwave the mug cake batter for 1 minute and 15 seconds. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. If needed, microwave for additional 10-15 second intervals.
- Serve: Loosen the edges of the cake from the mug using a knife or spatula, then carefully invert the mug onto a plate to release the cake. Top the cake with whipped cream and the sugared strawberries prepared earlier.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar amount in the strawberry topping to your preferred sweetness level.
- Use dairy or non-dairy milk based on preference or dietary needs.
- Be careful when removing the mug cake from the microwave as it will be hot.
- Flipping the cake onto a plate gives a nice presentation but can be skipped if preferred to eat directly from the mug.
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, let the macerated strawberries sit for at least 5 minutes before assembling.
