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- You only need two ingredients to make an oreo mug cake: cookies and milk.
- Oreo mug cakes are made in the microwave in under 5 minutes.
- Substitute ingredients to make it dairy free or use different Oreo cookies to change the flavor.
Mug cakes are a quick and easy option when you're hoping to curb a sweet tooth in a pinch. This small dessert is made by mixing ingredients in a mug before microwaving it to perfection.
One of the simplest ways to make a mug cake is with Oreo cookies as the base, and it can be achieved with just two ingredients.
"Mug cakes are so great because you can have a warm, fresh 'baked' cake in about 5 minutes or less," says Jennifer Lee, author of 5-Minute Mug Cakes and founder of the food blog Kirbie's Cravings.
Read on to learn just how to make a rich, decadent Oreo mug cake to enjoy dessert in a matter of minutes.
How to make a two-ingredient Oreo mug cake
You'll only need Oreos and milk to make this simple dessert. "Oreos already contain flour, sugar, and oil," says Lee. "You then combine that with milk, and you essentially have all the ingredients you need to make a cake."
Instructions
1. Crush the Oreos. Put the Oreo cookies in a sealable plastic or silicone bag. Using something heavy like a rolling pin, crush the Oreos into fine, grainy crumbs resembling sand. If preferred, you can use a food processor, or mash the Oreos with a fork in the mug.
2. Put the Oreos in a mug. Transfer the crushed Oreos to a microwave-safe mug that can withstand heat. A 10 to 12-ounce mug is best, giving room for the mixture, as well as any toppings.
3. Mix in the milk. Pour in the milk and stir the mixture with a fork for about 30 seconds until well combined. The batter should look smooth and creamy, with Oreo crumbs evenly distributed throughout.
4. Microwave the mug cake. Put the mug in the microwave and heat the mixture on high for 1 minute. It should look solid, without any liquid. Add 15 more seconds of time, if needed.
5. Let it cool. Allow the mug cake to cool for 5 minutes before enjoying.
Optional add-ins and substitutes to switch up the flavor
While a two-ingredient Oreo mug cake is delicious on its own, there are simple ways to amp up the flavor even more.
- Crush more Oreos for crunch. Add additional chunks of Oreos into the batter for more Oreo flavor and a slight crunch.
- Include chocolate chips. Mix mini or regular-sized chocolate chips in the batter for even more chocolate.
- Introduce ice cream or whipped cream. Go for à la mode. Top the warm mug cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Add fruit. Top the mug cake with sliced strawberries or raspberries for a tasty pairing.
- Use other Oreos. Though it's a classic, chocolate isn't the only Oreo flavor available. Use Golden Oreos for a vanilla version, or even lemon or carrot cake flavors for a unique twist.
- Add extracts. Enhance the mug cake's flavor even more with a drop of vanilla extract. Or, switch up the flavor with mint or orange extract.
Insider's takeaway
A mug cake is the ideal solution when you want dessert in a flash. By combining crushed Oreos and milk and microwaving the mixture, you can create a simple cake in no time. Top the mug cake with ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh fruit to make it that much more delicious.