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A mug of lemon cake topped with lemon glaze sits on a green and white checkered cloth with a half lemon in the background.

Lemon Curd Mug Cake

A soft and fluffy lemon mug cake with a swirl of tangy lemon curd, made in minutes in the microwave. Perfect for a quick, single-serve treat!
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Egg Free
Servings 1 serving
Calories 415 kcal

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or melted butter
  • 1 tablespooon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon curd

Instructions
 

  • In a microwave-safe mug (10–12 oz), whisk together flour, sugar and baking powder
  • Stir in milk, oil, vanilla extract and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
  • Gently swirl in 1 tablespoon of lemon curd. You can leave it swirled or drop it into the center for a gooey surprise.
  • Microwave on high for 1 minute and 15 seconds to 1 minute and 30 seconds, depending on your microwave. The cake should rise and look set but still slightly moist.
  • Let it cool for 1–2 minutes. Top with extra lemon curd or a dusting of powdered sugar, if you like.

Notes

Makes 1 serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 5gFat: 17gFiber: 1gNet Carbs: 60g

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.

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