Banana Mug Cake
Satisfy your sweet tooth in minutes with this quick and delightful Banana Mug Cake! Perfect for a solo dessert craving, this single-serving treat combines the natural sweetness of ripe banana with notes of warm cinnamon for a comforting flavor profile. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and a hint of vanilla extract, this microwave cake is ready in just under 2 minutes, making it an unbeatable option for busy days or late-night snacking. Customize your mug cake with optional chocolate chips for pockets of gooey chocolate or finish it with whipped cream and a drizzle of syrup for an indulgent twist. With minimal prep and clean-up, this moist and fluffy Banana Mug Cake is your go-to recipe for quick, fuss-free baking that doesn’t skimp on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 ripe banana
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug, mash the banana with a fork until smooth. Make sure to use a mug with at least an 8-ounce capacity to avoid overflowing.
Add the flour, sugar, baking powder, and ground cinnamon to the mug. Stir well with the fork until evenly combined with the mashed banana.
Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
If using chocolate chips, fold them gently into the batter.
Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on the wattage of your microwave. The cake is done when it has risen well and appears set in the center.
Carefully remove the mug from the microwave using an oven mitt, as it will be hot.
Allow the cake to cool for 1-2 minutes before digging in. Serve as-is or top with whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, or extra sliced banana if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.3 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 329 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
