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Chai spice mug cake with warm spices and steam

Chai Spice Mug Cake: 5 Secret Tips for Perfect Texture Every Time

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  • Author: Emma Brookstone
  • Prep Time: 2
  • Cook Time: 1
  • Total Time: 3
  • Yield: 1 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A perfectly spiced chai mug cake featuring warm cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves. This quick microwave dessert delivers cozy comfort in just 2 minutes with a fluffy, tender texture that’s never rubbery.


Ingredients

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¼ cup all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

½ teaspoon chai spice blend

⅛ teaspoon baking powder

Pinch of salt

3 tablespoons milk

1 tablespoon neutral oil

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)


Instructions

1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, chai spice blend, baking powder, and salt

2. Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir gently just until combined

3. Fold in chocolate chips if using

4. Place a small microwave-safe bowl of water next to the mug

5. Microwave on 70% power for 45 seconds, check texture and add time if needed

6. Let rest for 30 seconds before enjoying


Notes

Use medium power (70%) to prevent rubbery texture

Don’t overmix the batter to avoid tough cake

Steam from water bowl keeps cake moist

Adjust spice level to taste preference

Best enjoyed immediately while warm


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 16
  • Sodium: 85
  • Fat: 9
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 32
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 8