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Gluten-Free Microwave Cake

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Prep: 5 minCook: 7 minMakes: 8Jump to Recipe ↓

I was craving cake, but it is just too hot to use my oven, then I remembered my Mom used to make a microwave cake. So, here is my attempt. I think it turned out well.

microwave cake on plate with peach

Vanilla gluten-free slice of microwave cake.

I don't know about you, but I think there is nothing better than a warm piece of cake. And I didn't need to turn on the oven!

This gluten-free microwave cake is yummy. It is a cross between a cake and a steamed pudding.

microwave cake ready to go into the microwave

Ready to go in the microwave.

Easy to put together and ready in a few minutes. Similar to a microwave mug cake, just larger! The perfect size for a family dinner dessert.

cooked microwave cake in pie pan

Finished microwave cake

Tips for the Best Microwave Cake

  • Don't over mix your batter. Just mix until combined.
  • Microwave power varies. Mine is 800 watts. Start with a shorter cooking time and add more if needed. Mine took 7 minutes, but start with 5 and go from there.
  • The cake will continue to bake for about a minute after you take it out of the microwave, so add that time to your cooking time.
  • Avoid overcooking, as this is the main reason that microwave cakes become tough.

Variations

  • Cinnamon Spice Cake: Add your favourite spice such as cinnamon. Start with 1 teaspoon in the batter. A pinch of nutmeg is good along with cinnamon. Then use a cream cheese icing. Tastes like a cinnamon bun cake.
  • Chocolate Chips: Add a couple of tablespoons of of your favourite chocolate or butterscotch chipits.
  • Chocolate Cake: Add 2 tablespoons of chocolate powder to the batter and then fold in 1/4 cup of gluten-free chocolate chips.
  • Birthday Cake: Mix in 1-2 tablespoons gluten-free rainbow sprinkles. Ice with vanilla frosting when cool and decorate with more sprinkles.
  • Berry Cake: Gentle fold in your favourite fresh or frozen berries. About a 1/4 to 1/2 cup of blueberries or raspberries.
  • Lemon Cake: Add the zest of a fresh lemon and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the batter.
  • Drizzle: Use either homemade or store-bought sauce, such as caramel, hot fudge or strawberry, and drizzle on top of each slice of cake.

sideview slice of microwave cake

I like making this cake in the summer. You can make one large cake or split the batter into ramekins. If you have leftovers I recommend heating them for a few seconds in the microwave, as this improves the texture.

Gluten-Free Microwave Cake

Prep: 5 minCook: 7 minMakes: 8

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup of milk (or milk alternative)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup gluten-free flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

Directions

  1. Oil and line a microwaveable dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, oil, milk and vanilla extract until well mixed.
  3. Add salt and sugar and combine.
  4. Add flour and baking powder and mix until smooth.
  5. Pour into your prepared baking pan.
  6. Bake in microwave for about 7 minutes for an 800 watt microwave.
  7. The cake will not brown. Cook until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool. Loosen sides and invert onto a plate.
  9. Decorate with your favourite toppings.

Notes

  • I used a 9 inch (23 cm) glass pie dish.
  • Cooking times will vary depending on the watts of your microwave.

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