How to use a microwave for cakes: a complete guide to making delicious desserts quickly
In recent years, microwave cooking has become a hot topic due to its convenience and efficiency. Especially in the fast-paced life, how to use a microwave oven to quickly make cakes has become the focus of many baking enthusiasts. This article will combine the popular discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed guide to making microwave cakes.
1. Why choose a microwave oven to make cakes?

According to recent social media data, searches for microwave cakes have increased by 35% year-on-year. The following are the three main reasons why users are concerned:
| Advantages | Proportion | Summary of popular comments |
|---|---|---|
| Save time and efficiently | 42% | "Afternoon tea in 10 minutes" |
| No specialized equipment required | 33% | "You can also do it in a dormitory party" |
| Large space for creativity | 25% | "Various ingredients can be added" |
2. Microwave cake making steps
According to the popular video of food blogger @baker小天 (viewed 1.2 million times), the classic microwave cake recipe is as follows:
| Material | Dosage | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Low gluten flour | 100g | Sift more finely |
| eggs | 2 | Best at room temperature |
| fine sugar | 80g | Can be adjusted according to taste |
| milk | 50ml | Yogurt can be substituted |
| edible oil | 30ml | Recommend unflavored vegetable oil |
Production process:
1. Beat eggs and sugar until pale in color (about 3 minutes)
2. Add milk and cooking oil in turn and mix well.
3. Add flour in batches, using cutting and mixing techniques.
4. Pour into a microwave-safe container (7 minutes full)
5. Heat on high heat for 3-4 minutes (depending on power adjustment)
3. Recent popular innovative formulas
According to Xiaohongshu’s #MicrowaveCake topic (5.8 million+ reads), the three most popular innovative methods are:
| Taste | key ingredients | Heating time | heat index |
|---|---|---|---|
| chocolate lava | Cocoa powder + chocolate chunks | 2 minutes and 30 seconds | ★★★★★ |
| Matcha red bean | Matcha powder + honey red bean | 3 minutes | ★★★★☆ |
| Salted egg yolk pork floss | Salted egg yolk sauce + seaweed pork floss | 3 minutes and 30 seconds | ★★★☆☆ |
4. Frequently Asked Questions (from Zhihu’s popular Q&A)
Q: Why is the cake hard?
A: The main reasons include: ① Excessive flour ② Heating time is too long ③ Failure to cover with plastic wrap causes water to evaporate
Q: Can I use ordinary porcelain bowls?
A: Yes, but please note: ①Avoid metal rims ②Reserve expansion space ③Prefer wide-mouthed shallow bowls
Q: How to tell if a cake is cooked?
A: ① No batter will stick when a toothpick is inserted ② The surface has good elasticity ③ The edges shrink slightly
5. Expert advice
Well-known food blogger @Microwave Cooking King emphasized in his latest video:
1. Power adjustment skills: 3 minutes is recommended for 800W microwave ovens, and 30 seconds for 700W microwave ovens.
2. Container selection: It is recommended to use silicone mold for easy demoulding
3. Improve the taste: let it sit for 2 minutes before eating, the taste will be better
Conclusion:
Microwave cake making is becoming a new gourmet trend, and with the basic recipes and innovative methods introduced in this article, you can easily enjoy homemade desserts. Remember to follow the #microwavebaking topic for more creative recipes updated in real time!
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