Microwave Snickerdoodle mug cake the best single-serve cake ready in under 5 minutes!
I love cake and the best thing about this recipe is that it takes less than 5 minutes to prepare. Imagine 5 minutes separating you and this delicious cake. No reason to wait grab the ingredients and try it. So, are you ready to learn how to make snickerdoodle mug cake in a microwave? Join me in the Bistro Kitchen!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There are so many reasons why you will love this recipe because there is nothing better than a sweet warm cake in a mug.
- Single-Serve – No leftovers, one cup no mess, just the right amount for one.
- Quick and Easy – Ready in under 5 minutes, from start to finish.
- Microwave Magic – No oven is required to make this cake. It is perfect when you need a sweet treat ASAP!

What Ingredients Do You Need
Here’s what you need to make this delicious Snickerdoodle mug cake. So have it ready when you start:
- Cake flour or all-purpose flour (4 tablespoons)
- Granulated sugar – preferably fine sugar
- Baking powder
- Cinnamon
- Milk – take any kind of milk regular or plant-based
- Melted butter – use regular or plant-based butter
- Vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:
- Granulated sugar
- Cinnamon

How to Make Microwave Snickerdoodle Mug Cake
- In a microwave-safe mug add all dry ingredients. Stir the cake flour, sugar, cinnamon and baking powder.
- Add the wet ingredients to the mug. Stir to combine the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract with a fork until the batter is smooth. Be careful not to overmix.
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the batter in the mug.

- Put the mug in the microwave and cook on high (for me that is 800W) for 90 seconds. If your microwave has a different wattage start with 60 seconds and check with a bamboo skewer if it is done. The cake should be fluffy and slightly springy to the touch. If needed, extend using 10-15 second intervals until done.
- Let the mug cake cool for at least 2 minutes because it will be hot when you take it out of the microwave. It is ready to eat.

Can You Store This Cake?
It is possible but not recommended. This mug cake is best consumed directly after baking. The cake gets tougher when you store it.
So make this cake when you want to eat it straight away else do not make it yet.

Tips for the Perfect Mug Cake
To make the best mug cake we have some tips for you to make it perfect:
- Use a Microwave-Safe Mug. Make sure your mug is microwave-safe to avoid any accidents.
- Don’t Overmix. Overmixing can make the cake dense. Stir until just combined.
- Adjust Cooking Time. Microwave power varies, so keep an eye on your cake to avoid overcooking. This recipe takes 90 seconds if your microwave’s high is 800W.
- Add Toppings like a drizzle with caramel, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or some extra cinnamon sugar.

Why This Recipe Works
This snickerdoodle mug cake is the ultimate single-serve dessert because it’s quick and easy. The microwave makes it incredibly convenient, while the cinnamon-sugar topping adds that classic Snickerdoodle flavor you know and love.
It’s the perfect treat for cozy nights, busy days, or anytime you need a little pick-me-up. If you do not like to use your microwave to bake a mug cake you can also bake it in the oven using this mug cake in the oven recipe.

More Cake Recipes
If you love cake take a look at these delicious cakes as well:
- Nutella mug cake
- Pound cake
- Blueberry cake with sour cream
- Air Fryer box cake
- Air Fryer molten lava cake

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Snickerdoodle Mug Cake
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90 seconds to bake this delicious Snickerdoodle mug cake. It only takes 5 minutes start to finish.
Ingredients
- 30 grams cake flour or all-purpose flour (4 tablespoons)
- 25 grams granulated sugar (2 tablespoons)
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder (1.2 grams)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 45 grams milk (3 tablespoons)
- 14 grams melted butter (1 tablespoon)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:
- ½ tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug add all dry ingredients. Stir the cake flour, sugar, cinnamon and baking powder.
- Add the wet ingredients to the mug. Stir to combine the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract with a fork until the batter is smooth. Be careful not to overmix.
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the batter in the mug.
- Put the mug in the microwave and cook on high (for me that is 800W) for 90 seconds. If your microwave has a different wattage start with 60 seconds and check for doneness. The cake should be fluffy and slightly springy to the touch. If needed, extend with 10-15 second intervals until done.
- Let the mug cake cool for at least 2 minutes because it will be hot when you take it out of the microwave.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 359Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 234mgCarbohydrates: 58gFiber: 1gSugar: 34gProtein: 4g
Please note: Nutrition information is added for informational purposes only. It is possible it isn’t completely accurate.