For this recipe, I am using a 295ml Denby Kiln Blue mug. They’re the perfect size with ample clearance to prevent any overflow. Of course, if you don’t have one on hand, a ramekin will work just as well.
Why you’ll love this Strawberry Mug cake in air fryer
Simple Ingredients: With basic pantry staples and just a mug and fork for mixing, you’re all set. Quick Prep: Only 2 minutes of hands-on time; the air fryer takes care of the rest. No Eggs or Butter: Suitable for various dietary preferences. Kid-Friendly: It’s a fun activity for kids—simply combine the ingredients in the mug and let the air fryer work its magic. Just ensure adult supervision for removing it from the air fryer. Perfect Single Serving: Why bake a whole cake when you can enjoy a single serving without succumbing to temptation? Versatile: Whether it’s for Wimbledon tea parties, a quick instant dessert, or a treat after school, these mug cakes are an instant hit for any occasion Easy to scale up: If your air fryer can accommodate more, you can make many of the strawberry mug cakes or of different flavours.
Don’t have an air fryer – you can make mug desserts in your microwave too. Some of my favourite ones are Nutella mug cake, Chocolate brownie in a mug and Mug Chocolate Chip cookie.
Self-Raising Flour (also known as self-rising flour): Can be substituted with plain flour or all-purpose flour by adding baking powder to it. Sugar: Granulated sugar is used here, although caster sugar also works well. Milk: I use any milk that’s in the fridge – whole milk or semi-skimmed milk usually. Any plant-based milk will also work. Oil: I’ve used Sunflower oil. Substitute with Vegetable oil. Vanilla Extract: Adds additional flavour to the cake. Strawberries: Just two of them, chopped.
Step 1: In the mug, add the flour, and sugar. Use a fork to combine. Step 2: Add the wet ingredients – milk, oil, vanilla extract, and strawberries mix well. Step 3: Place the mug in a preheated air fryer. Cook in the air fryer for 13-15 minutes. Check whether the mug cake is baked through by inserting a skewer or toothpick in the middle of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If the skewer is wet or with moist crumbles, cook for a further 3 minutes. I cooked for a total of 15 minutes. Step 4: Take the mug cake carefully using a kitchen towel or oven mitts. Allow it to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with sliced strawberries and cream.
Can I prepare the mug cakes in advance and freeze it for later?
Yes, you can prepare the mug cakes and freeze them for later. Just like oven-baked cakes, you can freeze the mug cakes covered in the freezer for up to 3 months. Before enjoying, be sure to defrost and reheat them thoroughly Post a photo of your creation on my Facebook page, share it on Instagram, or save it to Pinterest with the tag #sandhyaskitchen. I would love to see your pictures! Subscribe to our weekly newsletters!
