Introduction
2009
A mug cake is a single serving of cake made by quickly stirring up batter in a mug and nuking it in the microwave. It apparently came to widespread public attention in a YouTube video back in 2009.
Do you put egg in mug cake?
So for a single-serving mug cake, just skip the egg; a whole egg will overpower the small amount of batter (and its pretty tough to divide an egg in quarters). Luckily, you dont need the egga pinch of baking powder is enough to help the batter rise up the sides of the mug.
Why do mug cakes deflate?
Why did my cake deflate? If you havent microwaved your cake for long enough it will deflate. Make sure you microwave it for 2 minutes on high.
Are mug cakes supposed to be dry?
Once your cake is finished baking, it should look slightly wet in the center. Test if its done by gently touching the top with a few fingers: if they stick slightly, its done.
Why do mug Cakes work?
The oven channels those RF waves into the box, where they penetrate any food inside. The waves excite water molecules in the food, heating it up. A turntable continually rotates the dish, evenly distributing microwave energy throughout its contents.
Why do mug cakes taste eggy?
Skip eggs Since mug cakes are usually single serving, one egg tends to be too much for the portion and it ends up tasting eggy. So, mug cakes amade without eggs have the best soft and light texture. Add the right amount of leavening Baking powder is generally the go-to leavening for mug cakes.
Can I use baking soda instead of baking powder for mug cake?
Substitute each teaspoon (5 grams) of baking powder in the recipe with 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) vinegar. Summary: Each teaspoon (5 grams) of baking powder can be replaced with a 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) baking soda and a 1/2 teaspoon vinegar.
Why are mug cakes so rubbery?
Well, over mixing the batter and the wrong temperature of the butter can be the reason for a rubbery mug cake just like the normal cakes. But two other reasons for a mug cake being rubbery are use of too much oil and overcooking of cake.
Why did my mug cake explode in the microwave?
Why did my mug cake explode? Mug cakes can overflow, aka explode for a few reasons. First, do not overfill your mug with cake batter. Second, If you use a really tall narrow mug, the heat from the outside into the center pushes the batter up as it cooks.
Are microwave mug cakes safe to eat?
Are Mug Cakes Safe to Eat? Yes! Mug cakes are safe to eat as long as you microwave them long enough to thoroughly cook the flour and any egg that may be in the recipe. This mug cake recipe is 100% vegan, so eggs arent a concern, but you will want to make sure you cook it thoroughly because raw flour can be dangerous.
Conclusion
How do I prevent my mug cake from being rubbery? If your mug cakes have turned out rubbery in the past, I have a few tips! Dont over-mix the batter (just stir until all the flour is incorporated) as that can make the cake a bit tough. Also, try not to overcook the mug cake.
