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    Recipes » Recipes

    3-Ingredient Vegan Biscoff Mug Cake

    Last updated - July 15, 2021; Published - October 3, 2015 By Rhian Williams 12 Comments

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    This 3-Ingredient Vegan Biscoff Mug Cake is moist, fluffy and perfectly rich. It's quick and easy to make and can be made in the microwave or the oven. Perfect for when you're craving something sweet but can't be bothered to make a whole dessert!

    A 3-ingredient vegan Biscoff mug cake in a mug with a mouthful taken out of it
    What is Biscoff spread?


    Biscoff spread is also known as Speculoos, cookie butter or cookie spread. It's made with blended up Lotus biscuits (also known as Speculoos biscuits). You can buy either smooth or crunchy Biscoff spread, and for this recipe I recommend the smooth one.

    What does Biscoff spread taste like?


    It's rich, has a sweet, caramel-like flavour and is warm and fragrant from the spices. Its flavour is very versatile and works well in a wide range of desserts.

    Is Biscoff spread vegan?


    Yes, Biscoff spread is accidentally vegan.

    Is Biscoff spread gluten-free?


    No, unfortunately it's not gluten-free. This is because it's made with blended up Lotus biscuits, which contain gluten.

    Where can you buy Biscoff spread?


    You can find Biscoff spread in the condiments section of most supermarkets, next to the jam and peanut butter etc.

    Can you make mug cake in a bowl?


    Yes - if you don't have a mug, you can make it in a small bowl instead.

    Can you make mug cake in the oven instead of the microwave?


    Yes - bake at 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for around 15 minutes, or until risen and an inserted skewer or fork comes out clean.

    How to make this recipe

    • Mix all ingredients together in a mug or small bowl.
    Raw Vegan Biscoff Mug Cake batter in a white mug
    • Microwave for 50 seconds, or until the cake has risen and cooked through – test with a skewer or fork and make sure it comes out clean.

    Tip: If still not cooked, microwave again in 10-second bursts until an inserted skewer or fork comes out clean.

    Vegan Biscoff Mug Cake in a white mug
    • Enjoy immediately!

    Ingredients you can add to the batter

    • Chocolate chips.
    • Pieces of chopped apple or grated apple. Although bear in mind that you will have to adjust the cooking time accordingly. Just microwave the cake in extra 10-second bursts until the cake has risen and cooked through - test with a skewer or fork and make sure it comes out clean.
    • Fresh or frozen raspberries.
    • An extra teaspoon of Biscoff spread in the middle of the batter cake. This creates a lava cake effect as the Biscoff spread melts and gets super gooey in the microwave.

    Can you make this gluten-free?

    Unfortunately not, as Biscoff spread contains gluten! If you're looking for something gluten-free, I'd recommend my Vegan Peanut Butter Mug Cake, which is a very similar recipe. It's also refined sugar free!

    Serving suggestions

    • Vegan vanilla ice cream.
    • Vegan chocolate ice cream.
    • Peanut butter or almond butter.
    • Coconut whipped cream.
    A 3-ingredient vegan Biscoff mug cake in a mug with a mouthful taken out of it

    More vegan mug cakes

    • Chocolate Mug Cake
    • Carrot Mug Cake
    • Lemon Blueberry Mug Cake
    • Peanut Butter Mug Cake

    If you try out this recipe or anything else from my blog, I’d really love to hear any feedback! Please give it a rating, leave a comment, or tag a photo @rhiansrecipes #rhiansrecipes on Instagram! Thank you.

    Watch how to make this recipe

    A 3-ingredient vegan Biscoff mug cake in a mug with a mouthful taken out of it

    3-Ingredient Vegan Biscoff Mug Cake

    This 3-Ingredient Vegan Biscoff Mug Cake is so easy to make and so delicious.
    4.27 from 63 votes
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    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: egg free mug cake, vegan biscoff cake, vegan mug cake
    Prep Time: 4 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 minute
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 343kcal
    Author: Rhian Williams

    Ingredients

    • 4 tablespoons plain flour
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • 2 tablespoons Biscoff spread (cookie butter) (smooth)
    • 4 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (or sub any other kind of plant-based milk)
    • ½ apple , peeled and diced (optional)*

    Instructions

    • Mix all ingredients together in a mug or small bowl until it has the consistency of cake batter - add a splash of milk if it's looking too dry.
    • Microwave for 50 seconds, or until the cake has risen and cooked through - test with a skewer or fork and make sure it comes out clean.
    • If still not cooked, microwave in 10-second bursts until an inserted skewer or fork comes out clean.
    • Enjoy immediately!

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    Notes

    *If you add the apple, please bear in mind that you will have to adjust the cooking time accordingly. Just microwave the cake in extra 10-second bursts until the cake has risen and cooked through - test with a skewer or fork and make sure it comes out clean.
    You can also make this in the oven instead of the microwave. Just bake at 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for around 15 minutes, or until risen and an inserted skewer or fork comes out clean.
    Adapted from Kirbie's Cravings.
    Nutrition Facts
    3-Ingredient Vegan Biscoff Mug Cake
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 343 Calories from Fat 117
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 13g20%
    Saturated Fat 3g15%
    Sodium 80mg3%
    Potassium 230mg7%
    Carbohydrates 52g17%
    Fiber 3g12%
    Sugar 19g21%
    Protein 6g12%
    Vitamin A 49IU1%
    Vitamin C 4mg5%
    Calcium 125mg13%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Carla Shipley

      May 06, 2022 at 6:16 am

      What does the apple add? Like does it change the consistency/taste

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      • Rhian Williams

        May 06, 2022 at 11:58 am

        It doesn't change the consistency of the cake batter, but it does add a different texture overall (because you get the texture of the apple too) and adds extra flavour too!

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