Ingredients:

  • 1/3 cup self-raising flour
  • 2 Tablespoons caster sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons whole milk

Instructions:

  1. Combine the Dry: Place the self-raising flour and caster sugar directly into your mug (approx. 10-12 oz capacity).
  2. Aerate: Using a small fork, lightly whisk the dry ingredients together for about 10 seconds to ensure the leavening agent is evenly distributed.
  3. Add the Milk: Pour the measured whole milk into the center of the dry ingredients.
  4. Gentle Whisking: Using the same fork, stir the mixture until just combined. Stop stirring the moment you no longer see streaks of dry flour. Do not over-mix.
  5. Clean the Sides: Use a spatula or your finger to scrape down any sticky batter clinging to the upper sides of the mug.
  6. The Initial Cook: Place the mug centrally in a microwave and cook on High power (1000W) for 60 seconds.
  7. Check for Doneness: The cake should look set on the surface and spring back lightly when touched. If wet, return to the microwave for 10-15 second bursts until cooked through.
  8. Rest and Serve: Carefully remove the hot mug. Let the cake cool slightly in the mug for 1 minute before serving.