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Lemon Mug Cake Recipe {So EASY!}

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Satisfy your sweet tooth tonight with this sweet and tangy Lemon Mug Cake Recipe!

Craving a sweet little treat, but don’t want to overdo it? Well this easy Lemon Mug Cake Recipe is for YOU!

This sweet and tangy mug cake is so simple to make… you’ll just need 2 simple ingredients to make up the mix: Angel Food Cake Mix and Lemon Cake Mix.

It truly is as easy as 3-2-1! When those dessert cravings hit, you’ll simply add 3 tbsp. of mix to a mug + 2 tbsp. of water, and then microwave for 1 minute. Who doesn’t love dessert ready in just 1 minute? Talk about easy, right?

Plus… this dreamy Lemon Mug Cake using cake mix is the perfect single serve dessert, so portion control will be a cinch.

So what are you waiting for? Go mix some up and stock your pantry or give some as sweet little Gifts in a Jar! This recipe will fill THREE 16 oz. mason jars.

Are you ready? Here’s what you’ll need to make your Lemon Mug Cake…

Lemon Mug Cake Recipe

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Lemon Mug Cake Recipe

This easy, 2-ingredient Lemon Mug Cake Recipe is the perfect sweet and tangy single serve treat!
Prep Time2 mins
Cook Time1 min
Total Time3 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 28

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. Betty Crocker Angel Food Cake Mix box {‘Just Add Water’ variety}
  • 15.25 oz. Betty Crocker Lemon Cake Mix box

Instructions

  • In large mixing bowl, whisk together Angel Food Cake Mix and Lemon Cake Mix until well combined.
  • Transfer mix to mason jars for easy storage. {you can use THREE 16 oz. mason jars, or ONE 32 oz. mason jar + ONE 16 oz. mason jar}
  • When the craving for cake sets in, grab a microwave safe mug and add 3 tbsp. Cake Mix, 2 tbsp. Water, and stir well.
  • Microwave for 1 minute, or until done.
  • Top with some whip cream and ENJOY!

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Comments

    • Heidi says

      Thanks, Tasia… and you’re right… the angel food addition really does make it so nice & fluffy! 🙂

      Reply

  5. Kirsi says

    Mug Cakes – a great Idea Heidi.
    My favourite ist strawberry – my man said “No – chocolate is the best” – Now I baked Mug Cakes perhaps for him to father day 😉
    Greetings Kirsi

    Reply

    • Heidi says

      Haha… strawberry and chocolate are both great versions, too! 🙂 You should definitely surprise him with one for Father’s Day!

      Reply

  7. CoCo says

    You constantly blow my mind with these quick and easy dessert ideas, Heidi! I don’t think I’ve ever made a mug cake before but I love anything with lemon in it so I am super excited to try your recipe. Big hugs, CoCo

    Reply

    • Heidi says

      You’re so sweet… thanks, CoCo! Once you try a mug cake, you will be hooked. They’re SO simple and convenient!

      Reply

  9. Lisa says

    I’m a massive fan of mug cakes, they’re so easy to whip up but I’d never thought of making up the mix and decanting it into jars, so it’s ready at any time – fab tip, Heidi, thank you! Also love the look of the Cinnamon Spice Mug Cake too 🙂

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    • Heidi says

      Aww… thank you, Lisa! It really is so nice to have the mix ready-to-go whenever those cravings hit! 🙂

      Reply

  19. Her Digital Coffee says

    I love baked goods that have lemon! This recipe is perfect, I love how quick and easy it is to enjoy a lemon cake without having to spend a ton of time preparing it. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

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