Strawberries & Cream Mug Cake
A perfectly portioned, fluffy mug cake bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and topped with a cloud of whipped cream. Ready in minutes, this single-serve treat combines the comfort of cake with the brightness of fresh berries.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2½ tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 1 large egg beaten and divided (use half)
- 2 tbsp strawberry Greek yogurt
- 1½ tsp vegetable oil
- ¾ tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 fresh strawberries diced small
- For the Topping
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp powdered sugar
- 2 fresh strawberries sliced
- Mint leaf for garnish optional
Instructions
- In a 12-oz microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt with a fork until well combined.
- In a separate small bowl, beat one egg. Measure out half (about 2 tbsp) and save the remainder for another use.
- Add the measured egg, strawberry Greek yogurt, oil, and vanilla extract to the mug. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth with no dry spots.
- Fold in the diced strawberries.
- Gently tap the mug on the counter a few times to remove air bubbles.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute 45 seconds to 2 minutes, or until the cake is set but still slightly moist on top. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave's power.
- While the cake cools slightly, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Top the warm cake with whipped cream, sliced strawberries, and a mint leaf if desired.
Notes
Serving Suggestions
Serve immediately while warm
For extra indulgence, drizzle with strawberry sauce or chocolate syrup
Pair with a cup of Earl Grey tea or coffee Variations
Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder to dry ingredients
Reduce flour to 3 tbsp
Top with chocolate shavings Lemon-Strawberry Add ¼ tsp lemon zest to batter
Replace ¼ tsp vanilla with lemon extract
Garnish with candied lemon peel
For extra indulgence, drizzle with strawberry sauce or chocolate syrup
Pair with a cup of Earl Grey tea or coffee Variations
Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder to dry ingredients
Reduce flour to 3 tbsp
Top with chocolate shavings Lemon-Strawberry Add ¼ tsp lemon zest to batter
Replace ¼ tsp vanilla with lemon extract
Garnish with candied lemon peel