Can I use a different sweetener?

Absolutely, I've tried honey, maple syrup, and even coconut sugar. They all work, but be warned - liquid sweeteners make the cake denser. If you're using granulated substitutes like Stevia, you might need to play with the amounts since they're often sweeter than regular sugar.

Is the food coloring necessary?

Nope, The cake will taste just as delicious without it, but you won't get that classic vibrant red color. Without food coloring, you'll have more of a "blush velvet" cake - still pretty, just not as dramatic.

Can I bake this in an oven instead?

Yes, If you prefer oven-baked, pour the batter into a small greased ramekin and bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes. Check with a toothpick - it should come out clean when done. The texture comes out slightly different (more crumbly), but still totally delicious. For other oven-baked ideas, check out my recipe for moist carrot cake recipe .

3-Minute Red Velvet Mug Cake - Irresistible Bliss -

Name: 3-Minute Red Velvet Mug Cake - Irresistible Bliss
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 3 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp sugar; 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 tsp baking powder; 3 tbsp milk; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp red food coloring

3-Minute Red Velvet Mug Cake – Irresistible Bliss

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A quick and easy single-serve red velvet cake you can make in minutes using a mug and microwave.

Author: RecipeZest
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 3 minutes
Yield: 1 serving
Category: Dessert
Method: Microwave
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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4 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 tsp baking powder
3 tbsp milk
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp red food coloring

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Instructions

Mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder in a mug.
Add milk, oil, vanilla, and food coloring. Stir until smooth.
Microwave for 60-90 seconds until risen and firm.
Let cool slightly before eating.

Notes

Adjust cooking time based on microwave power.
Top with cream cheese frosting if desired.

Find it online: https://recipeszest.com/red-velvet-mug-cake-recipe-easy-microwave/