6 minute Milk Cake in microwave

Milk Cake has got to be one of my favourite desserts. The light airy sponge soaking up all the liquid goodness making the milk cake moist & melt-in-the-mouth is something straight out of my most delicious dessert dreams. I can understand why this is one of Alia Bhatt’s favourite too.

I’ve made the sponge in the microwave in 6 minutes, so you can try it out for yourself & see what I’m talking about. The only difficult part about this 6 minute milk cake in microwave recipe is waiting for it to chill before you bite into it. This will become one of your most loved desserts too because it’s super simple to make, uses only a few staple pantry ingredients, is quick, delicious, moist & so indulgent.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THIS RECIPE

• quick
• uses staple pantry ingredients
• microwave recipe
• perfect for beginners
• hassle free

INGREDIENTS USED IN 6 MINUTE MILK CAKE IN MICROWAVE

• MILK

Milk plays a crucial role in baking adding moisture to the cake & preventing it from becoming too dry. It adds a natural sweetness & richness to the cake due to it’s fat content, making the crumb of the cake softer, lighter & airier. Using milk in the cake prevents it from becoming too crumbly & hydrates the dry ingredients creating a softer & smoother batter.

• VINEGAR

Vinegar is used as a leavening agent when combined with baking soda. The reaction of both the ingredients produces carbon dioxide that helps baked goods rise. It also acts as a flavor enhancer & adds a subtle tanginess to the cake resulting in a softer & tender crumb. The vinegar also helps the cake to retain its moisture keeping it soft & light.

• BAKING SODA

Baking soda reacts with the vinegar in the recipe & results in the cake being soft and moist. The baking soda also enables the cake to rise & become light & fluffy.

• FLOUR

Flour is a fundamental ingredient in baking providing structure & texture to baked goods by forming gluten when mixed with water/milk. This traps the leavening gases & allows the cake to rise & maintain structure. It makes the cake tender, softer & more delicate.

• OIL

Oil helps the cake retain moisture throughout the baking process ensuring it stays soft & moist. It prevents excessive gluten formation which results in a lighter & airier sponge. Oil mixes into the batter easily eliminating the need for creaming or softening. It also helps prolong the shelf life of the cake by slowing down the staling process.

EQUIPMENT YOU NEED FOR THE 6 MINUTE MILK CAKE IN A MICROWAVE

This recipe requires minimal equipment.

We need a silicon mould to bake the cake in.

Measuring cups & spoons are integral for everyone who intends to bake & aids in measuring the ingredients with precision.

A good mixing bowl to combine everything is necessary. You also need a microwave to bake the sponge and a spatula to combine all the ingredients.

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TIPS TO MAKE 6 MINUTE MILK CAKE IN MICROWAVE

1. Combine the ingredients thoroughly but avoid overmixing as it may make the cake dense.
2. Do not overbake the cake as it may harden or burn.
3. Pierce the cake properly till about 3/4th of the way & not all the way to the bottom.
4. Pour the soaking liquid evenly on a slightly warm cake as that enables it to absorb the liquid better.
5. Chill the 6 minute milk cake in a microwave for an hour at least before serving.

6 minute Milk Cake in microwave

 

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Ingredients

• For the sponge
• ¾ cup milk
• 2 tsp vinegar
• ¾ cup castor sugar
• 6 tbsp oil
• ½ tsp vanilla
• 1 + ¼ cup flour
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• For the soaking liquid
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup condensed milk

Instructions

1. Grease & line a 7 inch silicon mould & keep it aside.
2. Add milk & vinegar to a bowl & mix well. Keep it aside for 5 minutes.
3. Add the castor sugar, oil, vanilla to the milk mixture & mix well.
4. Add the flour, baking powder & baking soda to the bowl & mix well till the batter is smooth & there are no lumps.
5. Add the batter to the lined silicon mould & bake in the microwave on regular heating mode for 6 minutes.
6. Remove from the microwave after 6 minutes & let the cake cool slightly before demoulding.
7. Place the cake on a dish & poke holes all over the cake.
8. For the soaking liquid, combine the milk & condensed milk & mix well.
9. Pour the soaking liquid on the warm cake evenly for better absorption.
10. Combine another 1 cup milk & ½ cup condensed milk & pour over the cake and on the sides of the cake.
11. Garnish the cake with whipped cream & strawberries.
12. Refrigerate the cake for 1 hour before cutting into slices & serving.

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