SKINNY 3-2-1 MICROWAVE MUG CAKE

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You’ll need a box of angel food cake mix and a box of another cake mix of your choice. Since I love chocolate I chose Devil’s food. But you can use whatever flavor you like best.

Whisking together the cake mixes in a large clear bowl with a balloon whisk Whisk the two dry mixes together until they are free of lumps and well combined. You now have enough “321 cake mix” for about 31 little microwave mug cakes.

STEP 1 Low calorie 3-2-1 cake mix in a plastic ziploc bag with label with instructions Store your 3-2-1 microwave cake mix in an airtight container. I prefer a one gallon zipper lock plastic bag. Be sure to label your container with what it is and the instructions so you are ready the next time a cake craving strikes.

STEP 2 – MAKING A 3-2-1 MICROWAVE MUG CAKE
You’ll need a mug that holds at least 10 ounces, measuring spoons, nonstick cooking spray and your dry 3-2-1 cake mix. Coat you mug with nonstick spray. Then add to it 3 level tablespoons of dry cake mix and 2 level tablespoons of water.

Stir together with a fork (which acts like a little whisk) until the mixture is well combined. It will bubble up which is fine. Microwave your mug cake for approximately one (1) minute and voila – you have cake! The actual time will vary a little depending on the wattage of your microwave. My microwave is 900 watts and takes 50-60 seconds. If your microwave has higher wattage set your time for a little less.

 Granted this little microwave cake is not the prettiest thing on the planet but it tastes yummy, especially when it is still warm. You can eat it right from the mug.

Or turn it out onto a plate and pretty it up with a dusting of powdered sugar and dollop of canned whipped topping.

 SKINNY 3-2-1 MICROWAVE MUG CAKE VARIATION IDEAS

And of course this is the perfect recipe for exploring your kitchen creativity by playing with different cake mix flavors, additions and/or accompaniments.

 Use any flavor of cake mix you prefer: chocolate, white, yellow, lemon, spice, funfetti, spice, carrot, strawberry, etc.

Try adding 2 to 3 teaspoons of any of the following additions to the cake batter before cooking: miniature chocolate chips, finely chopped dried fruit, finely chopped nuts, sprinkles.

Top with a dollop of light whipped topping.

Make a Molten Cake by placing a small piece of chocolate in the middle of the cake before microwaving.

Make a Caramel Apple Cake by adding a little bit of chopped dried apple to the cake before microwaving and then after it’s baked top with a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Make a Cranberry Orange Nut Cake into yellow or white 3-2-1 cake mix by stirring in chopped nuts, dried cranberries and orange zest before microwaving.

Top your favorite cake with fruit and whipped cream for a light and tasty “shortcake.”

Drizzle finished cake with chocolate or caramel sauce.

Spread with thin layer of your favorite icing or chocolate hazelnut spread.

 TIPS FOR MAKING THIS LOW CALORIE MICROWAVE MUG CAKE

Be sure your mug is big enough to accommodate the mixture and allow it to bubble up during cooking. I use a 10 ounce mug with good results.

Be sure to spray your mug with nonstick spray to prevent your cake from sticking. Stir the water and cake mix together really well so that the mixture is smooth. The angel food cake mix will cause it to bubble which is fine.

Your cake may take less than or more than one minute depending on the wattage of your microwave. This little cake cooks in 50 to 60 seconds in my microwave, which is 900 watts.

If your wattage is higher, set it for less time. Enjoy right from the mug or allow to cool for a couple of minutes and then turn out onto a bowl or plate. This cake isn’t the prettiest dessert on the planet, but it tastes yummy warm from the microwave.