Banana Mug Cake
Banana Mug Cake is a quick and comforting dessert that transforms ripe bananas into a fluffy treat in just minutes. Perfect for satisfying late-night cravings, this single-serving cake is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with ice cream, it offers a delightful indulgence without the hassle of baking an entire cake.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe banana (approximately 100g)
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (30g)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25g)
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons milk (30ml)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (15ml)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, mash the ripe banana until smooth.
- Add flour, sugar, and baking powder; mix until combined.
- Pour in milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract; stir well.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute, checking for doneness; cook an additional 10-20 seconds if needed.
- Allow to cool for a minute before enjoying directly from the mug.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix in chocolate chips or nuts before microwaving. - Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour as desired. - Top with whipped cream or nut butter to elevate your dessert experience.