Easy Air Fryer Angel Food Mug Cake (Printable Version)

Light and fluffy angel food cake made quickly in your air fryer using a mug. Perfect single-serving dessert ready in minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Dry

01 - 3 tablespoons angel food cake mix

→ 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 to prevent sticking.
02 - Add angel food cake mix and water to the mug. Stir thoroughly until fully combined and smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
03 - Place mug in air fryer basket. Cook at 320°F for 7–8 minutes until cake has risen and set in center. Test doneness with a toothpick—insert into center; it should come out clean.
04 - Carefully remove hot mug from air fryer. Let cool 1–2 minutes before serving. Top with whipped cream and fresh berries if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You probably have everything you need right now, making it the perfect emergency dessert
  • Its portion controlled so you get your sweet fix without an entire cake tempting you for days
02 -
  • Use a mug that holds at least 10 ounces or the batter might overflow while cooking
  • Every air fryer runs differently so check at 7 minutes and add time only if needed
03 -
  • Spray your mug thoroughly even if it seems nonstick, angel food cake loves to cling to surfaces
  • Set a timer for 7 minutes and check, you can always add more time but you cannot undo an overcooked mug cake