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Red Velvet Mug Cake

A quick and decadent microwave red velvet cake made in a mug, featuring the classic combination of cocoa, vanilla, and buttermilk with a vibrant red color. Perfect for satisfying instant dessert cravings.

2 servings
5 min
Published October 4, 2025

Ingredients

  • •1 large large egg
  • •3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • •1 teaspoon liquid red food coloring
  • •3 tablespoons buttermilk
  • •2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • •¼ cup granulated sugar
  • •2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • •¼ cup self-rising flour
  • •1 pinch kosher salt
  • •¼ teaspoon cider
  • •white
  • •white wine
  • •rice vinegar

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    In a large mug, whisk together the egg and oil with a fork. Stir in the food coloring, buttermilk, vanilla, and sugar. Add the cocoa, flour, salt, and vinegar. Beat the batter until smooth. Divide the batter between two mugs. Microwave separately for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes each until risen and firm.

    5 min

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