Satisfy your sweet tooth tonight with this sweet and tangy Lemon Mug Cake Recipe! Who knew making a delicious dessert recipe could take so little effort?!?

Then… have even more mug cake fun when you also make this Chocolate Mug CakeVanilla Mug Cake, and Spice Mug Cake!

Lemon cake in a mug topped with whipped cream.
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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!

Kathrine writes: "It was so good and perfect with my tea!"

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…

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Boxes of lemon cake and angel food cake.

Lemon Mug Cake Ingredients

It takes just 2 simple ingredients to make the BEST Lemon Mug Cake Mix…

  • Lemon Cake Mix
  • Angel Food Cake Mix
Jar of lemon mug cake mix with a blue lid next to a lemon.

How to Make Lemon Mug Cake

It’s actually SO easy to make a moist lemon mug cake!

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. Whisk together the Lemon Cake Mix and Angel Food Cake Mix to make your Mug Cake Mix.

2. Then add your mix and water to mug.

3. Stir well, to make sure everything is well combined..

White mug filled with lemon cake.

4. Then microwave and allow to cool.

5. Finally, top it off with some Whip Cream if desired & ENJOY!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Lemon Mug Cake Reviews

What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Lemon Mug Cake Recipe…

One reader writes: “Such a delicious and easy treat”

Denise writes: “Delightful!”

Rebecca writes: “What a wonderful recipe!”

Kathrine writes: “It was so good and perfect with my tea!”

Fork with a bite of lemon cake.

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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!
Servings: 26
Mug with whipped cream next to a lemon.
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 3 minutes
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Ingredients 

  • 16 oz. Betty Crocker Angel Food Cake Mix box (‘Just Add Water’ variety)
  • 13.25 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!

Notes

  • For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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38 Comments

  1. Veronica Lee says:

    Mmmmmm! Mud cakes! And lemon too!

    What’s not to love!

    1. Heidi says:

      Haha… I know, right? It’s the perfect combo!

  2. Simone says:

    I love mug cakes! They’re so easy to make and perfect for a quick treat!

    1. Heidi says:

      I agree, Simone! I just love how convenient they are! 🙂

  3. Val says:

    Brilliant idea! Being able to make a serving size is so helpful in maintaining the waistline!

    1. Heidi says:

      I know, right? 🙂 When it’s gone, it’s gone!

  4. Carol says:

    This is an amazing idea to meet those sudden urges for dessert. Easy and cost-effective I just love it!

    1. Heidi says:

      Aww… thank you, Carol! That’s exactly why I love mug cakes, too!

  5. somewhereinireland says:

    It’s quick and easy and looks tasty. Wouldn’t last very long in our house. 🙂

    1. Heidi says:

      Haha… thank you! They do go down pretty easy!

  6. Michelle says:

    What a great idea combining the 2 cake mixes together! So easy!

    1. Heidi says:

      Thanks, Michelle! It really is such a cinch to whisk up this mug cake mix!

  7. Kathrine Eldridge says:

    Thank you for sharing this easy and quick recipe! This would be perfect with my afternoon tea!

    1. Heidi says:

      Ooh definitely, Kathrine… tea and mug cake are the perfect afternoon combo!

  8. Healthy World Cuisine says:

    How light and fluffy! Would have never thought to combine 2 different cake mixes like that but what a great idea.

    1. Heidi says:

      Thank you… it really does create the fluffiest little cake!

  9. Kim | Give it Some Thyme says:

    Love lemon! Great idea blending the two cake mixes. Looks so light and fluffy! Such a refreshing dessert!

    1. Heidi says:

      Thank you so much, Kim! It really is such a sweet little tangy treat! 🙂

  10. 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!

    1. Heidi says:

      You’re very welcome! It really is the perfect little quick & easy treat! 🙂