Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your microwave. (If using an oven, preheat to 350°F/175°C and grease a small cake pan.)
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Whisk in the melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour into a Mug or Bowl: Pour the batter into a microwave-safe mug or a small bowl. Ensure it’s only about halfway full to allow room for rising.
- Microwave: Microwave on high for about 1 minute and 30 seconds (for a mug) or 3 minutes (for a small bowl). Adjust depending on your microwave power, and check for doneness (it should be firm to the touch).
- Let Cool Slightly: Let the cake cool for a minute or two.
- Serve: Serve as-is or top with powdered sugar, a scoop of ice cream, or whipped cream. Enjoy!
This quick cake is light, fluffy, and delicious, ready in just minutes!