We have found a love for microwave mug cake recipes! They are simple and amazing. I also love that they are single servings and use very limited ingredients.
This carrot cake is perfect for Easter or any other day of the week. Just grab a mug and these few ingredients and you’re ready to make cake!
Ingredients:
- 2 T vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 T milk
- 1 t vanilla
- 3 T light brown sugar
- 4 T all purpose flour
- 1/4 t baking powder
- 1/4 t cinnamon
- 1/4 t nutmeg, plus additional for sprinkling on top
- 2 T grated carrot
- pinch of salt
- 1/2 T raisins, optional
- 1/2 T chopped pecans and then a small handful as well for topping
- heaping spoonful of Cool Whip
Gather up your ingredients.
In the mug add the oil, eff, milk, vanilla and sugar.
Use a whisk to mix well until well combine.
Add in the flour, baking powder, salt and spices and whisk until all lumps are gone.
Fold in the shredded carrot, the pecans and the raisins.
Pop it in the microwave for 2 and a half minutes in a 600W microwave. If your wattage is different adjust cook time accordingly.
Take it out and let it cool 100%.
Once cool, add the heaping spoonful of the Cool Whip.
Sprinkle with nutmeg.
Sprinkle with more of the chopped pecans.
Enjoy!
This is so yummy and perfect for any after dinner sweet craving.
Looking for more easy recipes for busy families? I have got you covered!
Also, try our Strawberry Mug Cake as well. So delish!
Sam @ PancakeWarriors says
March 27, 2015 at 10:25 amYUM!! I just love carrot cake – it’s my all time favorite. I love mug cakes – they are so simple and delish!! Thanks for sharing!!
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Jennifer @ The Jenny Evolution says
March 27, 2015 at 10:27 amI keep seeing these fun cakes in a cup… I think it’s time I tried one out for myself!
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Crystal says
March 27, 2015 at 6:44 pmYou’ve gotta try them!
Kath TheFabZilla says
March 27, 2015 at 12:09 pmYou made this look so easy. I haven’t tried making mug cake ever but if there’s a will, there’s away! Btw, I found your blog via Learn to blog!
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Beth | Daily Dog Tag says
March 27, 2015 at 6:16 pmMy sister in law makes cakes in mugs all the time, but I’ve never tried one. Seems like a great way to get dessert, but not have it hanging around forever. My family likes cakes, but we rarely finish one. (Pies and brownies are a whole other story!)
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Crystal says
March 27, 2015 at 6:43 pmSo very true!!
Sheila @ BrainPowerBoy says
March 27, 2015 at 10:24 pmNo fair 🙂 It is 10:25 p.m. and I am on my way to bed. Now I am going to dream about carrot cake in a mug! This is amazing looking (and so are your pics!)
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Kim Smith says
March 28, 2015 at 5:53 pmWow, you caught my attention at carrot cake. And these will be perfect since I don’t have the whole cake to tempt me. Thanks for a great recipe and great instructions.
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Jodie @ Growing Book by Book says
March 30, 2015 at 6:18 amSingle serving=brilliant!
Angela says
February 28, 2016 at 9:13 amThe Carrot Cakes sounds delicious & easy, Pinned! I would love for you to share this at the Sunday Fitness & Food Link-Up at http://www.marathonsandmotivation.com Have a Great Week!! 🙂
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Swati @Watch What U Eat says
March 1, 2016 at 9:20 amThis carrot cake looks delicious and Yummy!… An innovative and interesting carrot cake idea…I hope I will give it a try soon :). YUMMED!
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Jemma says
March 5, 2016 at 6:41 amThis is an amazing recipe! Beautiful and simple, a total perfect win, win!
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Frugal Hausfrau says
March 5, 2016 at 11:51 pmIf I were at home, I’d be in the kitchen right now, this looks so good! Thanks for stopping by Throwback Thursday! We can’t wait to see what you’ll have for us next week!
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Linda says
March 7, 2016 at 7:21 pmBeautiful!! Makes me want to eat one right now!! Sharing on Facebook, etc. Have a wonderful weekend. Love your inspiring posts, Crystal.
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Jennifer Dawn says
March 10, 2016 at 3:25 pmWhat a neat recipe! It really makes enjoying a piece of carrot cake quick and easy! I’m featuring this recipe at this week’s link party. http://www.thelifeofjenniferdawn.com/2016/03/15-sensational-desserts-and-little-bird.html
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Christine | Mid-Life Croissant says
March 12, 2016 at 6:48 amSuch a great way to get my carrot cake fix without having a whole cake lying around testing my will power! Thanks for linking up at #SaucySaturdays.
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