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Gluten Free Mug Cake

Gluten-Free Mug Cake

This Gluten-Free Mug Cake is an easy, single-serve vanilla cake in the microwave for a quick gluten-free dessert. Plus, this mug cake has a dairy-free option for those with gluten and dairy allergies.
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Yield: 1 mug cake
Calories: 466kcal
Author: Carine

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk the egg, melted butter, water, and vanilla extract.
  • Whisk in dry ingredients: gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, and sugar until smooth and no lumps show.
  • Pour the batter into a 12-ounce coffee mug.
  • Microwave at 900W for 90 seconds in the center of the microwave or until a pick inserted in the center of the mug cake comes out clean and dry. If wet, return in 10-second bursts.
  • Cool down for a few minutes in the mug, then top with your favorite toppings: whipped cream, sprinkles, berries, etc.
  • Don't store leftovers! Eat them immediately.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Gluten-Free Mug Cake
Serving Size
 
1 mug cake
Amount per Serving
Calories
466
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
29
g
45
%
Saturated Fat
 
16
g
100
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Cholesterol
 
246
mg
82
%
Sodium
 
464
mg
20
%
Potassium
 
80
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
46
g
15
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
25
g
28
%
Protein
 
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
 
970
IU
19
%
Calcium
 
172
mg
17
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.