Microwave Ginger Cake Recipe

Name: Microwave Ginger Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 2 teaspoons molasses; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour; 2 tablespoons wheat germ; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon baking soda; 1 pinch salt; Icing:; 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons water

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
1 egg
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 teaspoons molasses
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons wheat germ
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
Icing:
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons water

1
Place butter in a microwave-safe mug. Heat in the microwave until melted, 10 to 20 seconds. Whisk in egg, brown sugar, white sugar, molasses, and vanilla extract.
2
Mix whole wheat flour, wheat germ, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt together in a small bowl. Add to the mug; stir well until combined.
3
Cook in the microwave in 40-second intervals until the top springs back when lightly pressed, about 1 minute 20 seconds.
4
Whisk confectioners' sugar and water together in a small bowl to make icing. Invert cake onto a serving plate and drizzle icing on top.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon white sugar, and more.

Yes, Microwave Ginger Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Microwave Ginger Cake

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