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Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake (Microwave)

A quick and easy microwave mug cake that captures the flavors of classic strawberry shortcake, perfect for a single serving dessert.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mug Cake Base
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 tablespoons milk or almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Strawberry Topping
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for macerating
Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream or whipped topping
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Strawberries
  1. In a small bowl, combine sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and let sit for about 10 minutes to macerate.
Make the Mug Cake
  1. In a microwave-safe mug, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
  3. Microwave on high for 1 minute or until the cake has risen and is set in the middle.
Prepare the Whipped Cream
  1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Assemble the Dessert
  1. Once the mug cake is cooled slightly, top with macerated strawberries and a generous dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy your strawberry shortcake mug cake warm for the best experience.

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