Microwave Red Velvet Mug Cake
This microwave red velvet mug cake has a vibrant red color, a subtle cocoa flavor, and a soft, moist crumb, ready in just minutes. Made with buttermilk for a rich, tender texture and topped with a cream cheese frosting that completes the classic red velvet experience. All in one mug, no oven needed. Also try my Red Velvet Cupcakes in Microwave, Vegan Red Velvet Mug Cake, or Vegan Red Velvet Cupcakes.
Microwave Red Velvet Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 1 Egg, Large (room temperature)
- 3 tbsp (45 g) Granulated Sugar
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) Vegetable Oil
- 4 tbsp (30 g) All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp (5 g) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1/4 tsp (1 g) Baking Soda
- 1 pinch Salt
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) Buttermilk
- 1/2 tsp Red food coloring (gel) Super Red (AmeriColor)
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 1/4 cup (60 g) Unsalted Butter, Softened
- 3 tbsp (45 g) Cream Cheese, Softened
- 1/2 cup (50 g) Powdered Sugar
