Gluten-free mug cake is light, fluffy, and moist and takes under 10 minutes to make! Next time you want something sweet, try this easy recipe!
I love topping this with a little dairy-free vanilla ice cream for a show-watching treat!
Do you ever get a late-night hankering for a sweet treat? If so, you’re not alone! Sometimes I’m in the mood for a little dessert, but I don’t want to go all out making a big batch of cookies or layer cake.
In those circumstances, this gluten-free mug cake is the perfect solution!
VIDEO: How to Make It
I love that this mug cake comes in an individual portion size and only takes a mug and a few seconds to make. No piles of dirty dishes. No leftovers to tempt you. And (almost) no prep time!
For more gluten-free cake recipes try this gluten-free cookie cake, gluten-free vanilla cake, gluten-free birthday cake, gluten-free vanilla cupcakes and gluten-free chocolate cake.
Check out my full collection of gluten-free cake recipes!
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
- Light and fluffy
- Comes together in seconds
- Individual portion size
- Moist and tender crumb
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here are a few more notes on the key ingredients in this mug cake recipe. If you have any additional questions, feel free to leave me a comment below!
- Gluten-Free 1:1 Baking Flour: This gluten-free cake turns out best when you use a high-quality 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Look for a gluten free all purpose flour blend that contains xanthan gum so the cake has the structure it needs. This is my favorite brand for this recipe.
- Oil: Oil adds richness and tenderness to the cake without weighing down the crumb.
- Baking Powder: I use a good amount in this recipe for the perfect rise.
- Egg yolk: One egg yolk is the perfect amount to produce a moist gluten-free cake that has some structure.
How to Make Gluten-Free Mug Cake
- Lightly grease an 8-ounce mug with cooking spray.
- Add almond milk (or another dairy-free milk), egg yolk, vanilla extract, vegetable oil and sugar to the mug. Using a fork or small whisk, mix to evenly combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, salt and baking powder.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet and whisk to combine. Stir in the sprinkles.
- Microwave for 90-100 seconds at 70-80% power (adjusting as needed depending on the heat/power of your microwave).
- Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream, if desired. Now enjoy the whole thing, guilt free!
Gluten-Free Mug Cake Topping Ideas
Feel free to customize this quick dessert any way you want! You can easily add your favorite mix-ins or toppings. Here are a few ideas to inspire you!
- Chocolate chips
- Fresh berries
- Nutella
- Peanut butter
- Ice cream
- Whipped cream
Expert Tips and Tricks
- Every microwave is different, so it’s hard to say exactly how long to cook your funfetti cake. Start at 70-80 seconds the first time, and then add on time from there if you need it!
- The cake usually takes a minute or two to completely set, so let it cool off before eating.
- It’s best to remove the cake from the microwave earlier than you’d expect, because you want the cake to be a little softer in the middle, and it will continue to cook as it cools!
More Gluten-Free Cake Recipes
I hope you love this recipe as much as we do! If you try this mug cake, be sure to leave me a comment/rating below. I’d love to hear from you!
Easy, Gluten-Free Funfetti Mug Cake
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Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
- ¼ cup almond or milk of choice
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 50 grams
Dry Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons gluten-free 1:1 baking flour 30 grams
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons sprinkles
Instructions
- Lightly grease an 8-ounce mug with cooking spray. Add almond milk, egg yolk, vanilla, vegetable oil and sugar to the mug. Using a fork or small whisk, mix to evenly combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, salt and baking powder. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and whisk to combine. Stir in the sprinkles.
- Microwave for 90-100 seconds at 70-80% power (adjusting as needed depending on the heat/power of your microwave). Serve warm with a dollop of ice cream, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Every microwave is different, so it’s hard to say exactly how long to cook your funfetti cake. Start at 70-80 seconds the first time, and then add on time from there if you need it!
- The cake usually takes a minute or two to completely set, so let it cool off before eating.
- It’s best to remove the cake from the microwave earlier than you’d expect, because you want the cake to be a little softer in the middle, and it will continue to cook as it cools!
Moist, tender, and flavorful! I put vanilla frosting on mine for the perfect finish.
Yay! We’re so glad you loved the mug cake, Ash! Thanks for sharing your feedback with us.
Your recipes look great! I would love to try some as I am celiac.
I hope you enjoy the recipes if you try them!