2-Minute Peanut Butter Cake (Print View)

A quick, fluffy treat with peanut butter that comes together in just minutes.

# Components:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
02 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 2 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
05 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
07 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
08 - 1/4 tsp baking powder
09 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - In a large microwave-safe mug, blend the peanut butter and melted butter until smooth.
02 - Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract to the mug and whisk thoroughly using a fork until fully blended.
03 - Stir in the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt just until combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain fluffiness.
04 - Microwave on high power for 60 to 75 seconds until the mixture rises and the center is set; avoid overcooking.
05 - Allow to cool for 1 to 2 minutes before enjoying directly from the mug.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It goes from craving to first bite in under three minutes, no oven required.
  • You control the sweetness and can stir in whatever toppings sound good that night.
  • It uses ingredients you probably already have, so theres no trip to the store.
  • Cleanup is just one mug and a fork, which means less time scrubbing and more time eating.
02 -
  • Do not microwave for more than 75 seconds or the cake will turn rubbery and dry.
  • Use a mug thats at least 12 ounces, or the batter will overflow and make a mess in your microwave.
  • Stir the dry ingredients just until you stop seeing flour, then put the fork down.
03 -
  • Melt the butter in the mug first, then add the peanut butter so everything mixes faster.
  • If your microwave runs hot, start with 50 seconds and add time in 10-second bursts.
  • Let the cake cool for at least a minute or the center will be molten and scald your mouth.
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