Easy Oreo Mug Cake Recipe
Jun 13, 2023, Updated Aug 01, 2023
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Want a quick, single serve dessert that can be made in just a few minutes? This Oreo mug cake is made with just three ingredients and is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
What makes this Oreo microwave mug cake recipe so good
- Easy – This viral Tiktok Oreo mug cake recipe just requires 3 ingredients.
- Delicious – If you are craving chocolate, this is a super simple way to satisfy your craving. Chocolate cake with an airy texture,
- Fast – I love this recipe because even my kids can make it for themselves in under 5 minutes.
Ingredients needed for Oreo microwave cake
- OREO cookies – We are using regular Oreos but you could substitute with other flavors like Golden Oreos.
- Milk – Use your favorite milk. Whole milk will give you a richer flavor. You could also use soy milk or your favorite nut milk.
- Baking powder – This helps to make the cake fluffy.
- Optional – Top with crushed Oreo, mini chocolate chips, and whipped cream.
How to make Oreo mug cake in the microwave
Step one: Lightly spray a microwave-safe mug or small ramekin with non-stick cooking spray. Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until they become crumbs.
Step two: Pour the crumbs into the prepared mug. Add in milk and baking powder. Stir to combine.
Step three: Microwave for 1 minute and 15 seconds.
Recipe tips
- Don’t have a food processor? You can also place the cookies in a sandwich bag and smash them with a rolling pin or can to make the crumbs.
- Make sure to really stir and combine ingredients before microwaving. This will help the cake texture.
- Cooking time could vary depending on your microwave.
- If you are making more than one mug cake, make sure to microwave them individually.
Mug cake topping ideas
This cake is delicious on its own but can be elevated with extra toppings. Here are a few of our favorite ways to top this mug cake:
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate syrup
- Mini chocolate chips
- Crushed Oreos
- Scoop of ice cream
Recipe FAQ’s
Be careful not to overcook the cake. 1 minute – 1 minute and 15 seconds should be plenty of time to cook the cake.
I recommend eating this cake right after cooking. The texture doesn’t last very well after placed in the refrigerator.
If you would like a fluffier cake, you can add an extra 1/8 teaspoon of baking powder.
Let me know if you make this easy dessert in the comments below and if you like viral TikTok recipes be sure to try this delicious grinder salad recipe.
More Oreo recipes
- Oreo milkshake – Delicious cookies and cream milkshake.
- Chocolate chip Oreo cookies – Chocolate cookies filled with crushed cookies.
- Oreo fluff – Creamy, sweet dip with Oreos.
- Oreo ice cream cake – Cool ice cream cake.
Oreo Mug Cake
Equipment
- 1 Microwave
Ingredients
- 4 Oreo cookies optional 1 extra Oreo for topping
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Lightly spray a microwave-safe mug with non-stick cooking spray. Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until they become crumbs.
- Pour the crumbs into the prepared mug. Add in milk and baking powder. Stir to combine.
- Microwave for 1 minute and 15 seconds.
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Notes
- Don’t have a food processor? You can also place the cookies in a sandwich bag and smash them with a rolling pin or can to make the crumbs.
- Make sure to really stir and combine ingredients before microwaving. This will help the cake texture.
- Cooking time could vary depending on your microwave.
- If you are making more than one mug cake, make sure to microwave them individually.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
