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    Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com · 2 Comments

    Banana Mug Cake

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    This delicious banana mug cake is an easy single-serving dessert you can make in your microwave, and it will cure any sweet tooth! The quick cooking time on this super tasty banana dessert means you can satisfy your cravings on demand any time!

    An Easy Banana Mug Cake!

    Mug cakes are all the rage because they are quick, easy, and just enough dessert for one person. With so many mug cake recipes out there, you can basically have whatever flavor you're feeling whenever you want!

    If you're a banana lover, or you are craving a change from the standard chocolate or vanilla mug cakes, this sweet and fluffy banana mug cake is for you! Not only is this recipe a great way to use up a banana that's gotten a little too ripe, but it's also a dessert you don't have to share (win-win)!

    Best banana mug cake in white mug and topped with whipped cream.
    A fluffy banana cake for 1 that's completely satisfying every time!
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    • An Easy Banana Mug Cake!
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Step-By-Step Instructions
    • 💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes
    • 🍌 More Banana Sweets & Treats!
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🥘 Ingredients

    You likely have all of these ingredients on hand as long as you have a banana! The brown sugar glaze is 100% optional, but if you're craving something extra sweet it makes a wonderful addition!

    Banana mug cake ingredients measured out and ready to combine.

    Mug Cake

    • All-Purpose Flour - 3 tablespoons of flour.
    • Brown Sugar - 3 tablespoons brown sugar. Truthfully, either light or dark brown sugar will work with just a slight difference in taste.
    • Baking Powder - ½ a teaspoon of baking powder, not baking soda.
    • Salt - Just 1 pinch (*see note).
    • Butter - 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
    • Egg - 1 egg lightly beaten.
    • Milk - 1 tablespoon of milk, any fat % will work.
    • Banana- 1 banana that has been mashed, plus additional slices for topping if desired.
    • Vanilla Extract - ¼ teaspoon of vanilla.

    *Be sure to see the recipe card below for ingredients, amounts & instructions!*

    🔪 Step-By-Step Instructions

    This dessert was made for convenience so both the glaze and the mug cake itself are super easy make! Get out a small mixing bowl, a microwave-safe mug, and a spoon for stirring - that's it!

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    Process photo 2 wet ingredients combined with brown sugar baking powder and salt added.
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    Process photo 4 mug cake batter transferred to coffee mug.
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    1. Mash. In a small mixing bowl, or the microwave-safe mug itself, mash your browned banana until relatively smooth.
    2. Combine wet ingredients. Slowly stir in 1 tablespoon of melted butter, 1 lightly beaten egg, 1 tablespoon milk, and ¼ teaspoon of vanilla.
    3. Stir in the dry ingredients. Measure in the light brown sugar, baking powder, and pinch of salt then stir to combine. Lastly, add the all-purpose flour and mix until just combined. (3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons of brown sugar, ½ a teaspoon baking powder, and 1 pinch of salt.)
    4. Bake. Microwave your mug cake for 3 minutes, stopping at the 2 minute mark to check the cake's doneness (it may take less than 3 minutes *see note).
    5. Cool. Leave the cake in the microwave for 1 minute after it is done to set and cool before eating.

    NOTE! Your coffee mug needs to be larger than an 8-10 ounce mug to fit the entire batch of batter. Use a large mug or small bowl to microwave your mug cake in.

    Top with a dollop of whipped cream or drizzle of chocolate sauce would also be delicious! My homemade toffee sauce would pair wonderfully with banana as well! Enjoy!

    💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes

    • A pinch of salt is roughly 1/16th of a teaspoon. A pinch of cinnamon would also be great in this easy microwave mug cake.
    • The more evenly shaped (less tapered) your coffee mug or small bowl, is the easier your cake will cook evenly and quickly.
    • Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the model of your microwave.
    • Check your cake's doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center. If no wet batter is left on the toothpick, it's ready! The cake should also be springy to the touch (but don't burn your fingertips!).
    • Storing: Mug cakes are best fresh but they are also delicious cold. If you decide to refrigerate extra or any leftovers, place them in an airtight container for 2-3 days. No need to reheat!
    Best banana mug cake recipe served in white coffee mug and topped with whipped cream and white sprinkles.

    🍌 More Banana Sweets & Treats!

    • Peanut Butter Banana Brownies
    • Apple Banana Bread
    • Chocolate Chip Banana Nut Bread Pudding
    • Peanut Butter Banana Cookies
    • Chocolate Banana Mini Cakes with Peanut Butter Frosting
    • Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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    Best Banana Mug Cake (Easy Microwave Dessert!)

    This delicious banana mug cake is an easy single-serving dessert you can make in your microwave, and it will cure any sweet tooth! The quick cooking time on this super tasty banana dessert means you can satisfy your cravings on demand any time!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 864kcal
    Prep 5 minutes
    Cooking 3 minutes
    Total Time 8 minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 medium banana (mashed, plus additional slices for topping if desired)
    • 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
    • 1 tablespoon milk
    • 1 tablespoon butter (melted and cooled)
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 3 tablespoon brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 pinch salt
    • 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour

    Instructions

    Mug Cake

    • In a small mixing bowl, or the microwave-safe mug itself, mash your browned banana until relatively smooth.
      1 medium banana
    • Stir in 1 tablespoon of melted butter, 1 lightly beaten egg, 1 tablespoon milk, and ¼ teaspoon of vanilla.
      1 large egg, 1 tablespoon milk, 1 tablespoon butter, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Measure in the brown sugar, baking powder, and pinch of salt, stir to combine. Add the all-purpose flour then stir until just combined.
      3 tablespoon brown sugar, ½ teaspoon baking powder, 1 pinch salt, 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • Microwave for 2-3 minutes, stopping at the 2 minute mark to check how done the cake is (it may take less than 3 minutes *see note).
    • Let the cake set in the microwave to cool for at least 1 minute before eating, or while you make the glaze.
    • NOTE! Your coffee mug needs to be larger than an 8-10 ounce mug to fit the entire batch of batter. Use a large mug or small bowl to microwave your mug cake in.

    Equipment You May Need

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    Notes

    • A pinch of salt is roughly 1/16th of a teaspoon. A pinch of cinnamon would also be great in this easy microwave mug cake.
    • Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the model of your microwave.
    • The more evenly shaped (less tapered) your coffee mug or small bowl, is the easier your cake will cook evenly and quickly.
    • Check your cake's doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center. If no wet batter is left on the toothpick, it's ready! The cake should also be springy to the touch (but don't burn your fingertips!).
    • Storing: Mug cakes are best fresh but they are also delicious cold. If you decide to refrigerate extra or any leftovers, place them in an airtight container for 2-3 days. No need to reheat!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 864kcal (43%) | Carbohydrates: 136g (45%) | Protein: 10g (20%) | Fat: 34g (52%) | Saturated Fat: 20g (125%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 241mg (80%) | Sodium: 361mg (16%) | Potassium: 866mg (25%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 104g (116%) | Vitamin A: 1214IU (24%) | Vitamin C: 10mg (12%) | Calcium: 224mg (22%) | Iron: 3mg (17%)
    Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love!
    Banana mug cake, best microwave dessert recipes, easy desserts
    Course Cake Recipes, Dessert
    Cuisine American

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    Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com

    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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    1. Tina in Cucina says

      July 21, 2022 at 12:35 am

      BUONISSIMA! io ho provato una versione senza uova! suuuper!

      "VERY GOOD! I tried a version without eggs! suuuper!"

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      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        July 21, 2022 at 5:35 am

        Grazie! Sono così felice che ti sia piaciuta la torta in tazza!

        "Thank you! So glad you enjoyed the mug cake!"

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