Why is my mug cake not fluffy?

This is likely because your mug is too small, or you added too much baking powder . Measure accurately and make sure your mug is at least 10oz in volume. Why is my chocolate mug cake rubbery or dry? A rubbery mug cake is indicative of being overcooked, or incorrect measurements.

Why is my mug cake rubbery?

Eggs tend to make mug cakes have a bit of a rubbery texture, so bye-bye eggs and hello tender, fluffy cake.

How to keep mug cake moist?

This is a pretty important tip: a little water will prevent the top of your cake from over-baking and drying out (and becoming rubbery). Don't worry—it all evaporates in the microwave and ensures a perfect, moist texture every time.

Why do mug cakes taste weird?

This is especially true when you add too much baking soda to your mug cake mixture , which often results in an unpleasant bitter flavor that makes for a disappointing cake.

Why don't mug cakes use eggs?

One entire egg added to a 10 or 12-ounce mug can leave your simplistic cake tasting like custard, and might also make your mug cake too wet when incorporated into the other ingredients .

Can you eat raw mug cake batter?

Let's make this simple: No. Eating uncooked dough or batter can make you severely sick . The primary risk comes from flour.

What is the secret to a fluffy cake?

The most crucial tip? Instead of buying an entire box of cake flour, simply incorporate two tablespoons of cornstarch into 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour . This blocks the formation of gluten in the flour, which produces a lighter, fluffier cake.

Why is my cake heavy and not fluffy?

Your cake is too dense A cake that is overly dense typically has too much liquid, too much sugar or too little leavening (not excess flour, as is commonly thought).

Why is my steamed cake not fluffy?

The Method Of Mixing If it is stirred quickly in the same direction, the batter will easily become gluten, causing the cake to collapse or not be fluffy . Therefore, when mixing the batter, you should mix with the folding method, so as to reduce the probability of defoaming and avoid the batter from becoming gluten.

Why is my cake fluffy but dry?

First, you need to measure, mix, and bake it just right. Fortunately, that's easier than it sounds. A dry cake is usually the result of one of the following pitfalls: using the wrong ingredients, making mistakes while measuring or mixing the batter, or baking the cake too long or at too high a temperature .

Best 21 Day Fix Shakeology Mug Cake Recipe (Microwave 60 Seconds!) (2024)

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ByKim and KaleeNovember 9, 2020June 27, 2023

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We’ve created the best Chocolate Shakeology Mug Cake that is 21 Day Fix approved and ready in just 60 seconds in the microwave! You’ll love this sweet treat with no guilt!

This Shakeology Mug Cake is 21 Day Fix approved and such the perfect treat for a sweet tooth! If you don’t have Shakeology on hand, you can use protein powder too – check out our protein mug cake recipe.

You can learn more about the 21 Day Fix or the Ultimate Portion Fix here.

What containers is this Chocolate Shakeology Mug Cake on the 21 Day Fix?

We count it as 1.5 Red. If you add a tablespoon of nut butter, you’ll want to count that as a tablespoon and the almond milk could be 1/2 a yellow if you’re being meticulous counting. We didn’t count it though.

What You’ll Need

1/4 tsp baking powder
1 scoop Shakeology
1 tbs sweetener of your choice {optional}
dash of salt
1 egg
3 tbs unsweetened almond milk or water
Optional – nut butter of your choice (We used American Dream Nut Butter)

How to Make the Best Chocolate Shakeology Mug Cake

In a microwave safe mug, mix your Shakeology, baking powder, salt, and optionalsweetener.

Once it’s mixed, add in your egg and 3 tbsp almond milk or water.

Mix until everything is wet.

You can either add in your tablespoon of nut butter now (push it into the center) or top it after like we did.

Microwave it 60 seconds!

Enjoy!

Best 21 Day Fix Shakeology Mug Cake Recipe (Microwave 60 Seconds!)

We've created the best Chocolate Shakeology Mug Cake that is 21 Day Fix approved and ready in just 60 seconds in the microwave! You'll love this sweet treat with no guilt!

Prep Time1 minute

Cook Time1 minute

Total Time2 minutes

Ingredients

1/4 tsp baking powder
1 scoop Shakeology
1 tbs sweetener of your choice {optional}
dash of salt
1 egg
3 tbs unsweetened almond milk or water
Optional - nut butter of your choice (We used American Dream Nut Butter)

Instructions

In a microwave safe mug, mix your Shakeology, baking powder, salt, and optionalsweetener.
Once it's mixed, add in your egg and 3 tbsp almond milk or water.
Mix until everything is wet.
You can either add in your tablespoon of nut butter now (push it into the center) or top it after like we did.
Microwave it 60 seconds!
Enjoy!

Notes

We removed our cake from the mug for photos, but you can also enjoy it right inside the mug too! Yum!
We count it as 1.5 Red. If you add a tablespoon of nut butter, you'll want to count that as a tablespoon and the almond milk could be 1/2 a yellow if you're being meticulous counting. We didn't count it though.

Nutrition is only an approximate, includes artificial sweetener like stevia, and does not include nut butter.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 208Total Fat: 7.2gSaturated Fat: 1.6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 191mgSodium: 582mgCarbohydrates: 14.9gNet Carbohydrates: 11.7gFiber: 3.2gSugar: 7gProtein: 22.5g

Nutrition is only an approximate, includes artificial sweetener like stevia, and does not include nut butter.

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Kim and Kalee

Kim and Kalee started Sorey Fitness in 2011 to help women hit their wellness goals. They've been featured in Women's World and the New York Post and were named Elite Beachbody Coaches.

They've personally coached 7,350 women virtually over the years, and Kim is a certified nutrition coach (CNC) through NASM.

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Have you times for toaster oven, or instant pot to make mug cakes? I don’t have a microwave .
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1. I haven’t sorry!
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  1. Do you know if this would work with recovery?
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    1. We actually have another recipe using Recovery: https://soreyfitness.com/recipes/3-ingredient-protein-mug-cake/
I made this right now and followed your recipe to a T. But mine came out runner and didn’t cook all the way down. The top was perfect but the bottom was still gooey and runny. I even put it in for an extra 30 seconds.its still SUPER delicious! But next time I think I’ll add more shakeo and start with 1:30. Thank you!!
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1. Thanks for letting us know on the time! Maybe our microwaves are different strengths! I need to see what mine is and update it. So glad it still turned out to be super delicious!!
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Teaspoons or Tablespoons
I read it as tablespoons and it seemed runny
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1. I did Tablespoons of Almond Milk. I wonder if our microwaves may be different power-levels. I know sometimes the watts can matter when you cook things. My microwave for reference is 1000 watts. So maybe a few more sections if it’s runny? So sorry it didn’t turn out perfectly the first time!
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Love Love Love! Turned out perfect the first time! I topped with almond milk whip cream! My new go to fix-approved treat!
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