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5-Ingredient Oreo Microwave Cake

October 16, 2014 By Lokness 22 Comments

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Microwave mug cake is the dessert that has been going around the food blog world for a little while. I am sure you have heard about it already. But if you haven’t, it is an individual cake that is cooked in the microwave in a mug. I am always curious about it. Who doesn’t want a fast-cooking cake for dessert?

The other day, I ran into this mug cake recipe. Surprisingly, this recipe do not need flour or cake mix. It is only oreo cookies, milk, and baking powder. How is it possible? Making a cake without flour? Anyway, I immediately ran to the supermarket and got the oreo. That night, I spent 10 minutes and made the dessert. The cake rose and the milk evaporated. Magically, the cake is formed and done. It tasted like a rich and chocolatey warm bread pudding. With a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream, it was a very comforting dessert! Bryan and I both really enjoyed it. I know you are probably feeling uncertain about the recipe now. I urge you to try it and you will be surprised with the result!

5-Ingredient Oreo Microwave Cake 2 | The Missing Lokness

5-Ingredient Oreo Microwave Cake 3 | The Missing Lokness

 

5-Ingredient Oreo Microwave Cake (Adapted from Mix and Stir)

1 large mug or 2 small mugs

Ingredients:

–   9 pairs Oreo cookies (with the cream)

–   ½ teaspoon baking power

–   ½ cup milk

–   1½ teaspoon sugar

–   Vanilla ice cream

Directions:

  1. Lightly grease the inside of the microwave safe mug(s) with vegetable oil or non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. In a food processor, process the oreo cookies (whole cookies with cream) into about ¼-inch pieces.
  3. Transfer the cookie pieces into a medium bowl. Stir in the baking powder. Add milk and mix until combined. Pour the batter into the mug(s). Microwave for 1 minute 45 seconds for small mugs or 2 minutes for large mug.
  4. Carefully remove the mug(s) from microwave and let cool for 10 minutes. Top with ice cream and serve.

Tips:

  1. If you don’t have a food processor, put cookies in a large Ziploc bag. Crush the cookies with a rolling pin.
  2. If you don’t like your dessert too sweet, you can skip the sugar all together.
  3. The cake rises in the microwave, so make sure to use a mug that is big enough and have some extra spaces.
  4. This dessert is too much for 1 person. It is just right for 2 people to share.

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Filed Under: Cook, Dessert/Sweet Tagged With: cake, dessert, mug cake, oreo, pudding

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  1. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    October 16, 2014 at 9:50 am

    I love mug cakes but I’ve never used oreos for the base before. Amazing! Can’t wait to try this! And now I’m wondering about other cookies as well….I think we need to do some experimenting!

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 16, 2014 at 9:58 am

      Yea, it is truly amazing! Like magic! I totally agree! I am wondering whether it would work with other cookies too!

      Reply
  2. Monica says

    October 16, 2014 at 11:37 am

    This is crazy, girl! I made a chocolate mug cake with my little guy a while back and I called it ‘magic’ cake. ; ) He was quite impressed – never mind if we did it with Oreos, one of his faves. I happen to have all the ingredients but it might be ‘dangerous’ to make these with him!

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 17, 2014 at 7:51 am

      Hahaha! I hope you and your little one will like this! There is no doubt that mug cakes are “magic” cakes! They are so easy and fast to make! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says

    October 17, 2014 at 11:41 am

    I keep seeing mug cakes but have never tried making one myselft yet. Yours looks so good and with Oreos too? My favorite! Can’t wait to try this 🙂

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 17, 2014 at 11:54 am

      Yea, oreo mug cake! Just need a few ingredients which you probably have at home! Tasty and quick dessert for busy weeknights.

      Reply
  4. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

    October 17, 2014 at 8:42 pm

    As a Oreo addict (admittingly!) I am in love with this cake. Must try asap!

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 21, 2014 at 9:15 am

      Thanks Pamela! If you love oreo, you will enjoy this easy mug cake! Enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Kate @ Babaganosh.org says

    October 18, 2014 at 9:57 am

    This mug cake recipe is awesome! I’ve seen a lot that call for flour, egg, oil, baking powder, etc (all in tiny amounts) and I always think – “well if I’m going to take out ALL those ingredients, I might as well bake a large cake!”

    But this recipe is great, just save a few oreos next time we buy them and the rest is simple.

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 21, 2014 at 9:19 am

      It is very true, Kate! I agree! Too much work for a little cake. Why not just make a regular one? Yes, this recipe is super easy! Hope you will like it.

      Reply
  6. Jacquee @ I Sugar Coat It! says

    October 19, 2014 at 6:36 am

    I have made a few mug cakes, but had not heard of Oreo mug cake! I MUST TRY!!

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 21, 2014 at 9:28 am

      If you like oreo, you will like this! Let me know if you try it! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Bonnie Eng says

    October 20, 2014 at 12:39 am

    Looks so good! I’m amazed that there’s no need for flour, but I guess it makes sense! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 21, 2014 at 9:29 am

      Thank you Bonnie! Yea, very interesting! It was delicious with a scoop of ice cream!

      Reply
  8. Maggie says

    October 20, 2014 at 6:19 am

    Magical recipe! Yeah I saw the mug cake recipes on other blogs but never came across one that is so simple and good! Like the last picture topped with ice cream, yum!

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 21, 2014 at 9:47 am

      Thank you so much Maggie! It was so good with the ice cream! Warm and cold!

      Reply
  9. Nami | Just One Cookbook says

    October 20, 2014 at 10:14 pm

    I think people who figured out this kind of SUPER easy recipes are genius in a way. We tend to improve a recipe by more complicated methods and ingredients, but look how simple this recipe is to get awesome result! I’m impressed and can’t wait to go buy Oreos and make these with kids! Thanks for sharing! The vanilla ice cream must be added to mine. 😀

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 21, 2014 at 9:49 am

      It is, Nami! It is unbelievable how easy this is! And yes, vanilla ice cream is a must! Love that warm and cold contrast! Let me know if you try it.

      Reply
  10. Amy (Savory Moments) says

    October 22, 2014 at 3:54 am

    Oh my – this looks delicious! Makes me kind of wish I had a microwave 🙂

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 23, 2014 at 12:07 pm

      Thanks, Amy! Wow… I haven’t known anyone that doesn’t own a microwave. I can’t imagine living without one.

      Reply
  11. Amy Tong says

    October 22, 2014 at 12:09 pm

    Oh my! I can’t wait to try this with my kids. They love Oreo and I’m sure they’ll enjoy this as much as their Mom! 😛

    Reply
    • Lokness says

      October 23, 2014 at 12:09 pm

      Haha! Yes, this is a great recipe to do with kids. I hope you all enjoy this mug cake. 🙂

      Reply

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