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Only one minute to hot glorious cake! Use your favorite cake mix and a paper Dixie cup for these 1 Minute Dixie Cup Cakes for an after school snack or late night treat for yourself!
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1 Minute Dixie Cup Cakes
I think I have created a monster! Making individual serving cakes in a coffee mug with a cake mix in the microwave is nothing new. However, many of the recipes call for regular cake mix plus the addition of angel food cake mix (for the egg), put it the microwave on 50% power for a couple minutes and ta-da there is a small cake. I think this is even better. Did you know, it works just as good without the angel food cake mix? Yep, you don’t need it! Plus cooking it in a paper Dixie Cup saves on clean-up. So, without further ado, let me introduce you to my little friends that I call 1 Minute Dixie Cup Cakes.
Apparently, I have some sort of paper cup buying problem and had a gazillion of them in the pantry. {Please, don’t judge me!} Some quick google searches led me to a couple sites for baking cakes in these little handy paper cups, which got me to thinkin’…could I “bake” my cake in the microwave.
I have a huge package of the tiny 3 oz cups from a Costco impulse buy when my 8yo was little. I had grand plans of cute little snacks in them…which obviously didn’t work. What I did realize is that the 3 oz size is the perfect…I mean the PERFECT size for little mouths!
I can see this size working out nicely for after school snacks, a quick after supper treat, fun slumber party treats, and on and on. I bet my 8yo could make these without any help at all….in fact I know she could!
Cake Mix in the Microwave
Stop the presses! There is one problem though…the 3 oz cup size was not a good size for Mommy! I dug around until I found the mother load …the 12 oz paper Dixie Cups hiding in the far corner of my pantry. There she should in all her glory, waiting {no, begging} for me to fill her with cake mix. And so I did.
It was a glorious site as I watched that cake batter get all bubbly as it turned and turned in the microwave for what seemed like an eternity Luckily, this size only takes one minute and ten seconds….and then…that wonderful chocolate cake hit my mouth. {Who knew I was only 70 seconds away from chocolate cake all this time?}
Really, any size cup will work for this, you might just need to play around with your batter amounts and microwave times. And you can make this cake in a mug with cake mix using any coffee mug and with any cake mix.
But the best part of this recipe is the lack of clean up. There is no mixer, no pans, no oil cup, or egg shells…heck there isn’t even a coffee cup to clean. Just one tablespoon and a fork. That makes this a winner for me any day!
Can you put Dixie Cups in the microwave?
You betcha! Dixie even says they are microwave safe on their website, but that different microwaves and food may give different results.
You have to tell me if you make these and what you think! My kids thought I was the best mom in the world!
1 Minute Dixie Cup Cakes
Only one minute to hot glorious cake! Use your favorite cake mix and a paper Dixie cup for these 1 Minute Dixie Cup Cakes for an after school snack or late night treat for yourself!
Ingredients
- 1 package cake mix (any flavor)
- water
- 3oz or 12oz paper Dixie Cups
- Optional Toppings: frosting, sprinkles, ice cream
Instructions
For the 12 oz cups:
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp cake mix
- 1/4 cup water
- In a 12 oz paper cup, combine cake mix and water and stir well. Batter should be thick.
- Place in microwave for 1 minute and 10 seconds. Let cool for one minute or so and then add toppings.
For the 3 oz cups:
- 3 tbsp cake
- 1 tbsp water
- 45 seconds in the microwave
- In a 3 oz paper cup combine cake mix and water and stir well. Batter should be thick.
- Place in microwave for 45 seconds. Let cool for one minute or so and then add toppings.
© Around My Family Table
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 2117Total Fat: 29gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 3165mgCarbohydrates: 441gFiber: 7gProtein: 25g
Disclaimer…..this is NOT a sponsored post. Dixie Cups has no idea who I am and that I created this fabulous treat using their cups! LOL!
Thank you for this recipe! I made the 12 oz version with Pillsbury sugar free Cinnamon Swirl mix. Since it comes with cake mix and the cinnamon mix, I mixed the 1/4 cup water first then added a teaspoon or so of the cinnamon and added the tablespoon of water and mixed it lightly I with a fork. Microwaved for 80 seconds and its perfect!! A definite keeper
Sounds perfect! w-
If using 5 oz cups would you suggest increasing about of cake mix and water by a tablespoon?
I haven’t tried the 5oz cups. But yes, try increasing the cake and water proportionally by about 1 tbls. w-
I was interested in making this until I noticed the nutrition facts. The calories and sodium is terrifically high so I won’t be making this..Sorry.
The nutrition is pulling the info for making an entire cake. I can’t control what the calculator pulls…it’s just for a guide and not always accurate. The recipe literally uses 3 tbls of cake mix…there would be no way it’s 2000 calories. The calories would be less than eating an actual slice of cake because you don’t oil or butter and eggs. Hope that helps. w-
Hi was just reading your recipe’s. My stove recently went out so waiting for a new one to come in. Had been hunting for a microwave recipe to use my cake mixes with. Can a whole box be mixed up an then put left over batter in the fridge. Also I noticed no eggs or oil was used. That does not effect the cake flavor at all? Thank You
Hi Rebecca, I’m not sure about mixing up the whole cake and leaving in the fridge…but you definitely don’t need the eggs or oil for this method. w-
I’m trying this as we speak. I followed the directions for the 12 oz but added in some banana pudding mix (maybe a tbsp) and an extra 1/4 c water. I think I over did it with the water because after 1:10 it was still very moist. I just pulled it out of the microwave added cooking another 1:15 and it seems like it worked. Play-by-play. I just tried some and it’s super duper moist! A tad sweet because of the extra pudding…but very moist. Next time I’ll stick with the 1/2 c water. YUM!!! Thank you!
That sounds amazing! Love the addition of banana pudding!!! I probably wouldn’t add more water…maybe a teaspoon or so. w-
I like the recipe and plan on using it, but not in a Dixie cup. Ever since all of that news about chemicals leaching out into the food from plastic in the microwave, true or not, I’ve steered away from putting anything like it in the microwave. I’ll just have to add a mug or ramekin to my cleanup, but I’d rather that than risk eating harmful chemicals.
A mug would work great! w-
How much water (liquid) can be used to mix with the whole box of cake mix and could you put the individual cups in the microway (or half of them) at one time and for how long?
Appreciate hearing your response
BL:K
Hi. I’ve never mixed up a whole box this way. And it’s probably best to only cook 1-2 cups at a time in the microwave. w-
This sounds so much better than the 123 cake. And I absolutely love the idea of using Dixie cups instead of coffee cups! No more clean up with instant gratification! Thank you so much.
Nicely explained, I actually made this Cake today, it is a universal fact that food cooked in microwave oven tastes delicious. Microwave oven usually saves time in cooking and does retain the nutritive value of food. It is guaranteed method of fast cooking.
How many of these will one cake mix make?
Honestly, I have no idea because we made a whole bunch of different sizes. I would bet at least 24 though. Enjoy! w~
For Celiacs, where are the gluten free mug cakes? I found this site when searching for them.
Can these be done with gluten free cake mixes?
Hi Lee! I haven’t tried it with a GF mix. I’ve wanted to for awhile but just haven’t gotten around to it yet.
~wendy
OK, I tried Betty Crocker’s Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Mix and it works!!! MIght need a TAD more water, but will wait for your thoughts. I used a shot glass to fancy it up a bit, but will use the Dixie cups at a future party. I may pre-fill the cups so all we do is add the water and stir. I think a fork actually works better than a spoon for stirring. SO nice not to have to use Angel Food Cake mix as well.
I just tried this with a pkg. of cake mix I wanted to use up. I remember many yrs. ago Pillsbury ? have micro recipes in a booklet you could request from them?.. Lost it over time, but now I know I can just look on the Internet and Viola old is new again..LOL thanks again for the tips.
Hi Wendy!!! Love this! Can you use other liquid instead of the water? ie., milk, lemonade, oj etc? What about additions? like chocolate, caramel, m & m’s? Thanks so much for a Fabulous idea!
I don’t see why another liquid wouldn’t work just the same. 🙂 As for additions..I think it would be great!!!!
I remember these from magizine a long time ago. Definetly going to do it agan. Oh and tonight One minute blueberry cobbler!
This sounds terrific. I’m a long time user of the 123 Microvave Cake (with the Angel Food Cake Mix) and like the sound of just using a basic cake mix. Will be trying these tonight (after I buy a cake mix). Have you done anthing like this with a Brownie Mix? I always have Brownie Mixes in the house but not cake mixes. I’m wondering if you would use the same ratio of mix & water.
Ohhhh…I never thought to try it with a brownie mix. It’s on my to-do list now. Thanks for a great idea!!!! Let me know if you try it. 🙂
I love it. BUT, I have an even better idea for you. I make a simple sheet cake using just a box of cake mix AND 12 ozs of any flavor sodapop. Chocolate cake mix with Cherry pop or cherrypepsi or cherry dr pepper is fabulous. I am going to make my cakes in a dixie cup, using my mixture, from now on. Thankyou,
I am literally staring at a huge package I bought wondering what to do with them when I came across your post. Thanks!
I love this idea! My son is gluten free and we just went to a bday party. I burn everything so I didn’t make anything but this would be so easy to throw in the micro right before the party! If you try a gluten free version will you also let me know the best brand. I am new at this. Thnx!
Betty crocker’s gluten free is pretty good for the price.
I am a looong time celiac.
These look awesome, thank you for sharing the tips on making these. Love the idea of making them in the dixie cups. Can’t wait to try and share this one!
Thanks Ken! These were so much fun…and tasty too!
OMG this is a fantastic idea, I am going to try it RIGHT NOW!! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! It was such a fun treat!
thankyou very much… It’s an inovetive idea tht helped me to give my best buddy a surprice on her birthday..
It was an awsom feeling to make A CAKE IN A DIXIE CUP. well thanks to your recipe that my first hand made cake was appriciated.. looking forward for more inovetive recipes.. 🙂
Cool idea, I have made these in coffee cups, but I love the quick cleanup of using disposable ones
I love mug cakes! How cute!
Well, I was looking for a treat to make for my friends for my upcoming birthday and I think I found it. This is such a cute idea, I can’t wait to try it out and the photos you took for these just make them look amazing.
This is genius thank you! I’m not a papercupaholic but I live with one! 🙂
This looks yum and it would be a real hit at a kids party. Less mess 🙂
Thanks for sharing.
I LOVE that you made this in a Dixie cup! Great for clean-up, and mug cakes are one of my favs!
What a great idea and use for these!
Thanks Belinda! 🙂
This is the cutest idea ever, love it! Have a ton of these cups, will definitely be trying this!
Thanks Dawn! 🙂