5-Minute Cake (Microwave Cake)
This 5-minute cake is the ultimate quick dessert — soft, moist, and ready in minutes using simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for late-night cravings or when you want cake without turning on the oven.
Ingredients:
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (optional for chocolate cake)
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
In a microwave-safe mug or small bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the milk, oil or butter, and vanilla. Stir until smooth with no lumps.
Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds, depending on your microwave power. The cake should rise and set but remain soft.
Let cool for 1 minute before eating.
Helpful Tips:
Do not overcook or the cake will become dry.
For a vanilla version, skip the cocoa powder and add a little extra vanilla.
Stir in chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture.
Serving Ideas:
Top with whipped cream or ice cream.
Drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce.
Dust lightly with powdered sugar.
This 5-minute cake is fast, comforting, and dangerously easy — proof that great desserts don’t need time or effort.