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5 from 2 votes

Easy Oreo Mug Cake Recipe

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Made with just 3 ingredients this Oreo Mug Cake is perfect for late-night snacking! Everyone loves a quick and easy dessert and this one is ready in just a few minutes!

Finished Oreo Mug Cake on wooden board garnished with powdered sugar and chopped Oreos.Pin

This Oreo Mug Cake is one of my favorite ones, it is quick and easy and only uses 3 ingredients! And those ingredients we usually have on hand.

I’m literally obsessed with any and all things Oreo flavored! I have always been and I have made so many different dessert recipes using these delicious cookies.

This is one of my go-to late-night snacks because who doesn’t love a single-serving dessert? I know that I do! Sometimes I hate whipping up a large cake so this mug cake makes it super easy.

Mug cakes have always been one of my favorite recipes and I absolutely need to share more with you! But I had to share my favorite one first and that is definitely this Oreo Mug Cake Recipe.

Something about the name mug cake just makes me happy. You too?

Oh and since it only has 3 ingredients in no way, shape or form does it mean that it is lacking in flavor. This is full of flavor, all the chocolate, and cream that you can’t resist.

So if you are looking for a dessert recipe but are not feeling like making a large cake or bars or anything like that then this Oreo Mug Cake is exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Some of my other favorite Oreo recipes we have on our site include: No Bake Oreo Pie, Peanut Butter Oreo Buckeyes and Cookies and Cream Red Velvet Brownies.

Overhead photo of Oreo Mug Cake topped with chopped Oreos and powdered sugar.Pin
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WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:

  1. 3 ingredients, enough said.
  2. You can use any of your favorite oreo flavors to switch it up!
  3. This is a great single-serving dessert when you want something quick and easy.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):

  • Oreo cookies
  • Whole milk
  • Baking powder
Ingredients needed to make an Oreo Mug Cake.Pin

HOW TO MAKE OREO MUG CAKE:

  1. Using a food processor, blend 4 Oreo cookies until fine crumbs form.
  2. Combine the Oreo crumbs, milk, and baking powder in a 6 to 8 oz. microwave safe mug.
  3. Microwave for 1 minute, then add 10 seconds if still needed or until a cake tester comes out clean.
  4. Let cool for 2 to 3 minutes and enjoy.
Step by step photos on how to make an Oreo Mug Cake.Pin

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:

So the one thing about this easy Mug Cake recipe is that it is NOT as sweet as you’d think, it has a great balance of flavors.

So we love to add toppings to give it a bit more sweetness.

Some topping ideas include powdered sugar, chopped Oreos, ice cream, whipped cream, fruit and so much more.

You can top this with whatever you’d like!

Absolutely, that is the best thing about this is that it works with any flavor of Oreos!

But Double Stuf Oreos do not work, so use regular for this recipe.

Some other Oreo flavors that you can use are peanut butter, golden, red velvet, mint, lemon, and any other seasonal flavors that they come out with.

Finished Oreo Mug Cake garnished.Pin

Since we are mug dessert fanatics over here I wanted to share some of our favorites with you! Some of those include:

  1. Banana Mug Cake
  2. Snickerdoodle Mug Cake
  3. Cinnamon Roll in a Mug
  4. Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug
  5. Bread Pudding Mugs

Want to take this delicious Oreo Mug Cake to the next level for your sweet tooth?

Here are 10 delicious ideas to mix into the cake batter or sprinkle on top of this single-serve cake for an extra-special sweet treat:

  • Vanilla Ice Cream – Add a scoop of ice cream on top—cool, creamy goodness that melts into the warm oreo cake!
  • Crushed Oreo – Sprinkle more crushed oreo crumbs over the top of the cake—extra chocolatey crunch!
  • Caramel Sauce – Drizzle some caramel sauce—sticky, sweet, and oh-so-yummy!
  • Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – Toss a few into the mix—melty chocolate bits in every bite of this chocolate mug cake!
  • Cool Whip – Dollop on some fluffy cool whip—light and sweet like a cloud!
  • Drizzle of Chocolate Sauce – Pour a little over your oreo microwave mug cake—rich and dreamy!
  • Golden Oreos – Crumble these on top—golden sweetness for a fun twist!
  • Mint Oreos – Add a hint of minty oreo flavor—cool and refreshing!
  • Granulated Sugar – Sprinkle a tiny bit—extra sweetness for your taste buds!
  • Vanilla Extract – Mix in a drop—boosts that cozy vanilla flavor in your easy mug cake recipe!

Need to tweak this delicious oreo mug cake with what’s in your pantry or for a different vibe?

Here are 6 tasty swaps to keep this mug cake recipe just as awesome:

  • Almond Milk – Use this instead of whole milk—a non-dairy milk option that’s still creamy!
  • Soy Milk – Swap for whole milk—smooth and perfect for a vegan version!
  • Golden Oreos – Sub these for regular oreos—a sweeter, golden oreo flavor twist!
  • Mint Oreos – Replace regular oreos—adds a cool, minty kick to your oreo microwave cake!
  • All Purpose Flour – Add a teaspoon if you skip baking powder—keeps the cake batter fluffy without the rise!

DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:

  • You can make one or as many of these as you’d like.
  • Top with any of your favorite toppings, see above for ideas.
  • Cooking times vary based on microwave to microwave.
  • Use ANY of your favorite oreo flavors.
  • Double Stuf Oreos do not work for this recipe.
Spoon holding up a scoop of oreo mug cake out of mug.Pin

Looking for that perfect single-serving dessert?

Then you are in luck because this Oreo Mug Cake is one of the best, and you absolutely have to try it!

If you’ve tried this OREO MUG CAKE let me know in the comments how it turned out! You can follow me over on PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK to find some more of our mouthwatering recipes!

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5 from 2 votes

Easy Oreo Mug Cake Recipe

Author Dana DeVolk
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 1 minute
Total: 6 minutes
Made with just 3 ingredients this Oreo Mug Cake is perfect for late-night snacking! Everyone loves a quick and easy dessert and this one is ready in just a few minutes!
Servings 1 serving

Ingredients
  

Instructions

  • Using a food processor, blend 4 Oreo cookies until fine crumbs form.
    4 Oreo cookies
  • Combine the Oreo crumbs, milk, and baking powder in a 6 to 8 oz. microwave safe mug.
    3 tablespoons whole milk, ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • Microwave for 1 minute, then add 10 seconds if still needed or until a cake tester comes out clean.
  • Let cool for 2 to 3 minutes and enjoy.

Notes

  1. Nutritional value does not include toppings.
  2. You can make one or as many of these as you’d like.
  3. Top with any of your favorite toppings, see above for ideas.
  4. Cookie times vary based on microwave to microwave.
  5. Use ANY of your favorite oreo flavors.
  6. Double Stuf Oreos do not work for this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 241mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 4mg
Nutrition Disclaimer
Course Baked Good, Dessert
Cuisine American

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  1. 5 stars
    Ok I tried this it looks kinda bad but it tastes soooo good and it’s so easy

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