Eggless Red Velvet Mug Cake in Microwave (2-Minute Valentine Dessert)

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 As Valentines Day is around the corner, its not all about gifts, special ocassions, a simple dessert made from home can make your partner happy.  Sometimes, a warm homemade dessert made in a single mug can feel more personal and meaningful. This eggless red velvet mug cake is soft, quick, and made for those cozy moments—whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or just treating yourself.

Why this recipe works

  • Eggless and beginner-friendly

  • Ready in under 2 minutes

  • No oven required

  • Perfect single-serve dessert.

Preparation time

  • Prep time: 3 minutes

  • Cook time: 1–1.5 minutes

  • Total time: 5 minutes



Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder

  • 1/8 tsp baking powder

  • 3 tbsp milk

  • 1 tbsp oil (neutral flavour/ sunflower oil)

  • Few drops red food colour

  • ¼ tsp vanilla essence

  • 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice

Optional toppings

  • Whipped cream

  • Cream cheese frosting

  • Chocolate chips

  • Strawberry slices

  • Powdered sugar dust.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Take a mug and add flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder.

  2. Mix dry ingredients evenly.

  3. Add milk, oil, vanilla, red food colour, and vinegar/lemon juice.

  4. Stir gently until a smooth batter forms (avoid overmixing).

  5. Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds.

  6. Let it rest for 1 minute before serving.

The cake continues to cook slightly while cooling, giving a soft, fluffy texture.

Tips for best results

  • Fill the mug only halfway—the cake rises. Microwave-safe mugs like these work best (mug).

  • Start with 60 seconds, then microwave in 10-second intervals if needed.

  • Add 1 tsp curd for extra softness.

  • For a molten centre, push a chocolate cube into the batter before cooking.

  • Use gel food colour for a deeper red shade.

  • Always use good quality cocoa powder.

Variations

1. Eggless red velvet lava mug cake
Add a chocolate truffle or dairy milk cube inside before microwaving.

2. Healthy version
Use wheat flour + jaggery powder.

3. Cream cheese version
Top with cream cheese frosting after baking.

4. No food colour version
Add extra cocoa for a natural brown-red tone.

Cream cheese topping

  • 2 tbsp cream cheese

  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar

  • Few drops vanilla

Spread over slightly warm mug cake.

FAQs

Can I make this without microwave?
Yes. Bake in a small ramekin at 180°C for 10–12 minutes.

Why is my mug cake rubbery?
Overcooking or overmixing causes dense texture.

Can I skip vinegar?
It helps the cake rise and soften, so recommended. Lemon juice works too.

Which mug size is best?
A standard 250–300 ml microwave-safe mug.

Can I store it?
Best eaten fresh. Mug cakes dry out quickly if stored.


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