This quick and easy Biscoff Mug Cake is ready in just 5 minutes, making it the ideal treat for those late-night sweet cravings. It’s soft, flavorful, and packed with that irresistible Biscoff taste we all adore. Trust me, it surpasses any Biscoff cake I’ve tried before a true winner, especially considering it’s made in the microwave.
Prep Time for Cookie Butter Mug Cake
Prep Time: 3 min
Bake Time: 2 min
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Biscoff Cookie Butter: Adds a rich, spiced flavor and creamy texture to the mug cake.
Milk: Provides moisture and helps create a tender crumb.
Vegetable Oil: Keeps the cake moist and soft without altering the flavor.
All-Purpose Flour: Gives structure and stability to the cake.
Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the cake and aids in caramelization for a golden-brown finish.
Baking Powder: Helps the cake rise, making it light and fluffy.
Vanilla: Enhances the overall flavor profile with a hint of sweetness.
Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the other flavors.
Directions to Make Biscoff Mug Cake
- Combine Biscoff cookie butter, milk, and oil in a microwave-safe mug (10-12oz).
- Mix in sugar and stir well.
- Gently sift in flour, baking powder, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, stirring until combined.
- Clean the edges of the mug and microwave on high for 60-90 seconds (80s works for me).
- Serve warm with an extra spread of Biscoff cookie butter on top.
Popularity of Biscoff
Lotus Biscoff, a well-known cookie (or biscuit), is designed to be enjoyed alongside a cup of coffee (Bis-coff cleverly combines biscuits and coffee). This crunchy treat boasts delightful notes of caramel and a gentle touch of warmth from spices. It gained widespread popularity through its association with airlines.
Lotus Biscoff has taken its popular cookies to the next level by creating Biscoff Cookie Butter. This delectable spread, just like Nutella, has gained immense popularity. It boasts a smooth and rich texture, with delightful notes of caramel and warm spices resembling the cookies. Biscoff Cookie Butter has become a beloved ingredient in desserts, capturing the hearts of many.
Taste of Biscoff
Biscoff cookie butter is a spread that perfectly captures the taste of Biscoff cookies. It has a delightful sweetness and a touch of spiciness, with the rich flavor of toasted caramel and subtle notes of cinnamon. This delicious spread is warm and buttery, without being overwhelmed by the spice.
Tips to Make the Best Biscoff Mug Cake
Making cookie butter cake in a mug can be simple, yet challenging because various factors can cause it to turn out dry or dense, here are some helpful tips to ensure success:
- Select a microwave-safe mug with a capacity of around 10-12oz, ideally 12oz.
- Use proper measuring spoons to measure the flour, ensuring the right quantities accurately.
- Add wet ingredients first, then sift in the dry ingredients to avoid clumps of flour in the cake.
- Sift the dry ingredients before adding them to the mug to minimize lumps in the cake.
- Cook the cake for 60-90 seconds, stopping as soon as the top feels set to prevent overcooking and dryness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this biscoff mug cake in an oven or air fryer?
This recipe is designed for a microwave, so I have yet to try it in an oven or air fryer. I recommend sticking to the microwave for best results.
What is a substitute for Biscoff cookie butter?
Feel free to use a different cookie or biscuit butter when making this cookie butter cake in a mug. Just keep in mind that you cannot swap cookie butter out for other spreads or butter.
Why is my biscoff mug cake dry?
Mug cakes are usually a little crumbly since they don’t have eggs, but they shouldn’t be dry. If the cake is dry, it means there’s either too much flour or you probably have cooked for too long.
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Biscoff Mug Cake: Perfect Single-Serve Dessert In 5 Minutes
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Biscoff cookie butter
- 4 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ tsp vanilla
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Use a 10-12oz microwave-safe mug.
- Mix Biscoff cookie butter, milk, and oil in the mug until they are well blended.
- Add sugar and stir well.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently until everything is mixed. Make sure to scrape the edges and bottom of the mug.
- Clean the edges of the mug.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds (it usually takes 80 seconds).
- Serve warm with some extra Biscoff cookie butter spread on top.
