Lyle's Microwave Syrup Sponge Mug Cake Recipe Lyle's 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! Categories: puddings quick & easy dessert Serves 1 Prep Time 3 minutes Cook Time 3 minutes Ingredients 3tbsp self-raising flour 1tbsp Tate & Lyle Pure Cane Caster Sugar 1 medium egg yolk 2tbsp full fat milk 1tbsp vegetable oil A few scrapes of lemon zest 1tbsp Lyle’s Golden Syrup Vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of Lyle’s Golden Syrup Instructions 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. 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. CHEF'S 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! You may need to adjust your microwave timings, depending on the wattage of your microwave. Lyle's Golden Syrup Tin