Prep
3 minsBake
3 minsServes
1 to 2Difficulty
Easy
About
This amazingly simple microwave syrup sponge mug cake recipe yields a cup full of sticky deliciousness that takes less than 10 minutes from start to finish! Perfect as a post-dinner snack on an evening snuggled in front of the tele, this quirky cake in a cup is the ultimate scrumptious treat!


Microwave Syrup Sponge Mug Cake Recipe
This amazingly simple microwave syrup sponge mug cake recipe yields a cup full of sticky deliciousness that takes less than 10 minutes from start to finish! Perfect as a post-dinner snack on an evening snuggled in front of the tele, this quirky cake in a cup is the ultimate scrumptious treat!
How to make microwave syrup sponge mug cake
Want to know how to make a mug cake? Follow this simple 4-step microwave mug cake recipe for a mug full of gooey and delicious syrup sponge!
Pour the flour, Tate & Lyle Pure Cane Caster Sugar, egg, milk, oil and lemon zest into a large, deep mug. Beat the mixture with a fork until smooth.
Spoon a generous dollop of Lyle’s Golden Syrup on to the centre of the batter and put the mug in the microwave.
Cook on high for 3 to 4 minutes, medium setting (600 watts) until the cake is firm to the touch. Careful though, it’ll be hot.
Pro tip
You may need to adjust your microwave timings, depending on the wattage of your microwave.
Allow to stand for one minute, then serve in the mug topped with a scoop of ice cream and a delicious drizzle of sticky Lyle’s Golden Syrup.
Pro tip
If you’re feeling adventurous, try topping your microwave mug cake with a splash of liqueur for extra delectability. Irish cream makes for a delicious addition!
Ingredients
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Lyle's Microwave Syrup Sponge Mug Cake Recipe

Self raising flour

Tate & Lyle Fairtrade Pure Cane Caster Sugar

Large egg yolk

Full fat milk

Vegetable oil

A few scrapes of Lemon zest

Lyle’s Golden Syrup

Vanilla ice cream

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