25 Mug Cake Recipes That Will Blow Your Mind (2024)

Feelin’ like a piece of chocolate cake to round of the night’s dinner? Or maybe you’d like a warm cookie to share with your other half but don’t feel like bakingan entire batch of snicker doodles? Well, that’s where single (or double) serving mug cake recipes come into play. And we’re sharing 25 of our best finds.

1. Moist Chocolate

We’ll start with a classic. Moist and rich, this is a must-have recipe to have on hand all-year long for a quick, sweet bite. {found on Table For Two}

2. Pumpkin

In the fall, we’re all bitten with the pumpkin-flavored bug and this create just the right amount of autumn spirit. You could also add some dark chocolate chips too! {found on Babble}

3. Red Velvet

Red velvet is an absolute fan-favorite. It has a bit more style than chocolate cake and a fun-loving taste too. {found on Kirbie’s Cravings}

4. German Chocolate Protein

A healthy version but still decadent and delicious, german chocolate cake can too come in a mug and be ready in mere minutes. {found on Daily Burn}

5. Banana

Lighter and full of springtime flavor, banana cake can be garnished with walnuts, a dollop of peanut butter or even a sprinkle of chocolate chips! {found on Cooking Classy}

6. Chocolate Peanut Butter

Chocolate and peanut butter is as classic as a black and white outfit for the office. They always play well together and always taste delicious. {found on The Novice Chef}

7. Brownie

What’s better than moist chocolate cake? A dense and moist brownie, of course! And the thick chunks of chocolate help with that theory. {found on No. 2 Pencil}

8. Smore’s

Take the classic, summertime treat to a whole new level by creating a quick mug cake out of the three-ingredient sweet bite. {found on How Sweet It Is}

9. Sweet Potato

Just like sweet potato pie, sweet potato cake can be just as filling and healthy too! If you’re looking for dessert without the guilt, try this one out! {found on Oh My Veggies}

10. Nutella

Hazelnut and chocolate never tasted as good as in Nutella. And you can use that spread to make a personalized dessert for everyone in the family. {found on Babble}

11. Cinnamon Roll

Cinnamon rolls aren’t meant for mornings only. They’re also meant for dessert too with it’s sweet, cinnamon combination. And don’t forget to frost it! {found on Cooking Classy}

12. Snickerdoodle

One of the most underrated cookies, Snickerdoodles, can find their way into the coldest of hearts. And, you can recreate that yummy bite into a mug cake! {found on Snickerdoodle}

13. Vanilla

Chocolate would never be as rich if it wasn’t for its direct opposite: vanilla. And vanilla wouldn’t be as sweet without it’s darker frenemy. And here’s the moistest vanilla cake you’ll ever find. {found on Table For Two}

14. Blueberry Muffin

Cake doesn’t need to be kept for after dinner. Instead, with this blueberry muffin recipe, you can have it in the morning before work! {found on Today}

15. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Get that creamy and delicious cookie dough taste without the raw egg in this minutes-long mug cake tutorial! {found on Babble}

16. Cheesecake

Did you know you can even microwave yourself a personalized cheesecake and then top it with whatever your heart desires?Whipped cream, blueberries, graham cracker crumbs and more …{found on Your Lighter Side}

17. Chocolate Espresso

Add a bit of zing to your chocolate cake with some espresso mixed inside. This coffee and chocolate mixture is sure to become a staple around the house. {found on Kurryleaves}

18. Cookie’s and Cream

Oreos never tasted so good. Warmed and ready to be spoon-fed, this cookies and cream cake is a beautiful twist on the cookie we all love. {found on Kirbie’s Cravings}

19. Avocado

Here’s another great option for if you’re sweet tooth is aching for something delicious. Avocado cake is more than satisfying and full of nutritional benefits. {found on Kirbie’s Cravings}

20. Caramel Brownie

There’s not much else that looks as scrumptious as this ooey gooey caramel brownie. With toppings galore, we feel like this one would be one of the kiddos favorites! {found on Willow Bird Baking}

21. Peach Cobbler

If you’re in the mood for comfort food, this easy peach cobbler recipe is sure to hit the spot. Add some ice cream on top for a complete bite! {found on Cooking Classy}

22. Caramel Apple

Are you dreaming of the crisp days of fall with this beautiful, deliciously-inspired recipe? Choose your apples and get to creating this small masterpiece. {found on The Hungry Hedgehog}

23. Coffee

Coffee cake tastes even better with … a hot cup of coffee. Perfect for morning indulgence or evenings on the couch. This is one of our favorites, warmest and coziest. {found on Pretty Prudent}

24. Strawberries & Cream

Delightful, light and a family favorite, strawberries and cream cake will always bee loved by the masses. And even more so in personalized form. {found on Babble}

25. Gluten-Free Chocolate

And last but not least, here’s a wonderful gluten-free recipes for those nixing it out of their diets or needing it for health reason. You too can join in on the fun! {found on ATX Gluten-Free}