Two Cath Kidston mugs filled with mug-cakes and topped with fresh berries on a pink scalloped tray

How to Make a Mug Cake: Our Quick and Simple Recipe

If you’re searching for a quick and simple way to create a delicious treat, we have just the thing for you: a mug cake. Whether your taste buds are tempted by refreshing fruit or indulgent chocolate, we have the ultimate guide on how to make mug cakes.

How to Make a Mug Brownie

If you enjoy chocolate, you’ll love this indulgent and rich brownie mug cake - it’s the ideal evening treat when you’re relaxing at home in your favourite pyjama set. Here’s our guide on how to make the perfect mug brownie.

Ingredients and Utensils Required

2 medium-sized mugs
A fork
A handful of chocolate chips
2 ½ tablespoons of cocoa powder
4 ½ tablespoons of plain flour
2 tablespoons of milk
2 tablespoons of melted butter
3 tablespoons of sugar

Two Cath Kidston mugs on a pink scalloped tray, alongside measuring spoons, flour, eggs and milk

Method:

1. Add the main ingredients (cocoa powder, plain flour, milk, melted butter, and sugar) into your first mug. This will be your mixing mug, so don’t worry about any mess. Whisk with a fork until the mixture is smooth.

2. Sprinkle the chocolate chips in the mixture, stirring with a fork to evenly distribute them.

3. Pour this into your second mug. If you spill any mixture down the sides of the mug, wipe it off now.

4. Place your mug brownie in the microwave. Cook for 1 minute 20 seconds on 800W, then in 10-second increments if necessary until the centre is soft and gooey.

Close up shot of a Cath Kidston mug filled with a mug-cake and topped with raspberries, alongside a gold teaspoon

How to Make a Summer Berries Mug Cake

This Summer Berries Sponge Cake is perfect for the warmer weather and is a tasty dessert for the whole family. It’s even better if you grow your own berries too.

Ingredients and Utensils Required

First of all, to make one mug cake, you will need an assortment of ingredients.

2 medium-mugs
A fork
20g unsalted butter
4 tablespoons of plain flour
3 tablespoons of milk
2 tablespoons of caster sugar
¼ tablespoon of vanilla extract
¼ tablespoon of baking powder
A pinch of salt
A handful of fresh berries
Jam or curd of your choice

Method:

1. Pour the milk and scoop the butter into the first mug and microwave in 10 second increments, stirring each time until the butter has melted.

2. Once the butter and milk are mixed together, add the vanilla extract, sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk with a fork until smooth. Add your chosen fresh berries, stir again, and pour the mixture into the second mug.

3. Place the second mug into the microwave and cook for 1 minute at 800W or until the sponge mixture is firm.

4. Generously spread the jam or curd on top and you’re done. It really is that easy!

We hope you enjoy making our quick and simple cake mug recipes. These recipes can easily be adjusted to include other ingredients. So if you’re wondering how to make a chocolate cake in a mug, simply swap berries for delicious chocolate chips or hazelnut spread and add two tablespoons of cocoa powder.