Introduction
Who says you need an oven to bake a cake? With these microwave-friendly recipes, you can whip up delicious cakes in no time! From a family-sized chocolate cake to a personal mug cake, there’s something for everyone. Plus, we have creative frosting ideas to top off your creations. So, grab your microwave-safe dishes and let’s get baking!
Ingredients
- For the Mug Cake:
- 1 egg
- For the Chocolate Cake:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 2 medium-sized eggs
- ½ cup oil
- For the Easy Chocolate Cake:
- nonstick cooking spray
- ¼ cup white sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Microwave Chocolate Cake:
- Stir pie filling, cake mix, eggs, and applesauce together in a bowl until moist.
- Pour into a microwave-safe Bundt pan (ad).
- Microwave on high for 13 minutes, turning halfway through if your microwave doesn’t have a carousel.
- Remove from the microwave and cover the bowl with a plate.
- 3-Layer Cake:
- Divide the batter equally into three 8-inch round silicone cake pans, roughly 2 cups of batter per pan. No need to grease.
- Cook in the microwave on full power, one layer at a time, for 3 minutes and 15 seconds.
- Microwave Mug Cake:
- Cream butter and sugar using an electric hand mixer on high.
- Slowly add in eggs and beat on high.
- Mix in yogurt, vanilla, and melted chocolate.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet ingredient with a large spoon.
- Divide batter into cake molds.
- Microwave each cake layer for 2 minutes and 20 seconds.
Tips and Tricks
- You can make a microwave cake using an 8 x 8 square baking dish or a 9-inch round silicone cake pan.
- You can also use a microwave cake mix for an even quicker treat!
- Ensure your bakeware is microwave-safe; Pyrex and silicone options are great choices.
Conclusion
Baking a cake in the microwave is a quick and convenient option for those without an oven, or if you’re just in a hurry. These recipes provide a variety of options, from a decadent chocolate cake to a quick mug cake. Don’t forget to get creative with your frosting and toppings!
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