Moist Lemon Mug Cake – Ultra Moist Microwave Delight

Instructions

1. Grease Your Mug: Lightly coat a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug with butter or oil.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In the mug, stir together melted butter, sugar, milk, and lemon juice.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in flour, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix!
4. Microwave: Cook on high for 60–75 seconds. The top should look set but soft. Let rest 1 minute in microwave.
5. Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and pourable.
6. Top and Enjoy: Pour glaze over warm cake. Let it drip down the sides. Grab a spoon and dig in!

Tips & Variations

• No fresh lemon? Bottled juice works in a pinch, but fresh zest gives the best zing.
• Want it extra gooey? Add 1 tsp lemon curd in the center before microwaving.
• Dairy-free? Use almond milk and coconut oil.
• Gluten-free? Sub in a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Like it sweeter? Add 1 tsp white chocolate chips or a drizzle of honey on top.
• Texture tip: Stir until just combined—overmixing = dense cake!