Red Velvet Mug Cake

Vegetarian
Red Velvet Mug Cake
45 min.
20
41kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our delightful Red Velvet Mug Cake, an easy and delicious dessert that can be whipped up in just 45 minutes! Perfectly portioned for 20 servings, this charming treat not only satisfies cravings but also brings a festive flair to any gathering.

Imagine sinking your fork into a warm, moist cake with that striking crimson hue, beautifully complemented by the rich undertones of cocoa. This vegetarian dessert is made with simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, including buttermilk, vegetable oil, and pure vanilla extract, ensuring that it's both effortless and satisfying.

The fun of this recipe lies in its versatility. Whether you're craving a traditional red velvet experience or feeling adventurous enough to try a blue velvet twist, you can easily switch up the food coloring while maintaining the cake's delightful texture. Top your warm mug cake with cream cheese frosting, whipped cream, or even fresh berries for an extra burst of flavor.

In just a couple of minutes in the microwave, you can transform a few basic ingredients into a delicious dessert that’s perfect for sharing with friends or savoring solo. Experience the joy of baking in a mug with this delightful recipe that epitomizes simplicity and taste!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons buttermilk 
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoon liquid food coloring red
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • pinch kosher salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon rice vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup self-rising flour 
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoons vanilla extract pure
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • whisk
  • microwave

Directions

  1. In a large mug, whisk together the egg and oil with a fork. Stir in the food coloring, buttermilk, vanilla, and sugar.
  2. Add the cocoa, flour, salt, and vinegar. Beat the batter until smooth. Divide the batter between two mugs. Microwave separately for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes each until risen and firm.
  3. Topping Ideas: Cream cheese frosting, Marshmallow Fluff, whipped cream, fresh berries, red sugar sprinkles, candied pecans, or chocolate shavings.Variation: Blue Velvet: You never know when you may need to make a blue cake. It's easily done by replacing cheap red liquid food coloring with cheap blue liquid food coloring. For any other cake color, you'll want to omit the cocoa powder, as it will give all other food colors a tinge of brown. If you make another color, replace the cocoa powder with an equal amount of flour.
  4. Reprinted with permission from Mug Cakes: 100 Speedy Microwave Treats to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth by Leslie Bilderback, © 2013 St. Martin's Griffin

Nutrition Facts

Calories41kcal
Protein6.54%
Fat53.69%
Carbs39.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.9
Glycemic Load
2.51
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.85043478400811%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.32mg
Epicatechin
0.98mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:40.57kcal
2.03%
Fat:2.45g
3.78%
Saturated Fat:0.48g
2.98%
Carbohydrates:4.09g
1.36%
Net Carbohydrates:3.87g
1.41%
Sugar:2.68g
2.98%
Cholesterol:9.55mg
3.18%
Sodium:8.05mg
0.35%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:1.44%
100%
Protein:0.67g
1.35%
Vitamin K:3.78µg
3.6%
Selenium:1.56µg
2.23%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.67%
Vitamin E:0.2mg
1.34%
Copper:0.02mg
1.23%
Phosphorus:12.07mg
1.21%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:Epicurious