Description

This quick and easy mug cake combines classic red velvet flavors with fresh strawberries and a swirl of cream. Ready in minutes using simple pantry ingredients and a microwave, it delivers a moist, tender cake with pops of juicy berry in every bite. Perfect for a single serving dessert or a cozy treat any time you crave something sweet.

Ingredients

Scale

4 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

pinch of salt

3 tablespoons buttermilk

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 small egg

1/4 teaspoon red food coloring

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons fresh strawberries chopped

whipped cream to serve

strawberry syrup for drizzle

Instructions

1. Lightly grease a 10–12 oz microwave-safe mug with oil or nonstick spray.

2. In the mug, stir together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

3. Add buttermilk, oil, egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; mix gently until smooth.

4. Fold in chopped strawberries, reserving a few pieces for garnish.

5. Microwave on medium-high (900–1000 W) for 60 seconds, then check and cook an additional 15–30 seconds if needed until the top is set.

6. Let rest for 30 seconds, then top with whipped cream and a drizzle of strawberry syrup before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: microwave
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1

Keywords: strawberries, cream, red velvet, mug cake, microwave, dessert, strawberry mug cake, quick dessert, single serve