3-Layer Cake In the Microwave

No one will believe you made a from-scratch 3-layer cake in the microwave in 10 minutes.

Im not talkingsingle-serving mug cakeeither; I mean a homemade 3-tier cake with frosting.

It is light-textured, full of vanilla flavor, and impressively tall.

How to Make Microwave Cake

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No one will believe you if you tell them it was baked in the microwave.

Yes, you could Microwave Cake.

Heres How It Works

Microwaves function in a drastically different way from ovens.

Cross-Section of a 3-Layer Microwave Cake

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They use radiant micro-waves that penetrate beyond just the surface of the food and can heat incredibly fast.

Each cake layer takes only 3 minutes and 15 seconds in a 1000-watt microwave.

Of course, the cook time will vary depending on your microwaves wattage.

Slice of 3-Layer Microwave Cake with More Cake in the Background

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Because microwaves are so unique, you cant use just any cake recipe.

This recipe has been designed specifically to work for this cooking technique.

Be careful not to overmix.

Wet Ingredients Whisked Together in a Bowl for 3-Layer Microwave Cake Recipe

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The batter will be slightly loose.

Divide the batter equally into three 8-inch round silicone cake pans, roughly 2 cups of batter per pan.

You dont need to grease the silicone pans.

Dry Ingredients Added to Bowl of Wet Ingredients for 3-Layer Cake In the Microwave Recipe

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Tip

This recipe was developed for a 1,000-watt microwave.

You may need to add or subtract 15 seconds depending on the power of your microwave.

To assemble, place one of the cake layers on a large serving plate.

Vanilla Microwave Cake Batter in a Bowl with a Spatula

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Repeat with the remaining cake layers.

Check that the cake layers are centered and that the top of the cake is level.

Spread the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake in a thick, even layer.

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Decorate with sprinkles, if youd like.

Save cake slices on a plate covered with plastic wrap for up to 4 days.

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