Air Fryer Angel Food Mug Cake (Printer-friendly)

Light, fluffy individual cake made in minutes using an air fryer and mug. Perfect for quick sweet treats with minimal cleanup.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry

01 - 3 tablespoons angel food cake mix (store-bought or homemade)

→ Wet

02 - 2 tablespoons water

→ Optional toppings

03 - 1 tablespoon whipped cream
04 - Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)

# How To Make It:

01 - Lightly spray a microwave-safe mug with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - Add the angel food cake mix and water to the mug. Stir well until fully combined and smooth.
03 - Place the mug in the air fryer basket.
04 - Air fry at 320°F for 7-8 minutes or until the cake has risen and is set in the center. Check with a toothpick—if it comes out clean, the cake is done.
05 - Carefully remove the mug from the air fryer (it will be hot). Let cool for 1-2 minutes.
06 - Top with whipped cream and fresh berries, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You can have cake from start to finish in under fifteen minutes without heating up your whole kitchen
  • The texture comes out impossibly light and airy, exactly like a bakery angel food cake but in mug form
02 -
  • Every air fryer runs differently, so start checking at seven minutes and add thirty second increments until the center sets
  • The mug must hold at least ten ounces, otherwise the cake will overflow and create a mess in your air fryer basket
03 -
  • For extra height, let the batter sit for one minute before putting it in the air fryer to activate the leavening
  • Use a plain ceramic mug without metallic trim to ensure it is truly air fryer safe