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Banana Bread Mug Cake

Deliciously Easy Banana Bread Mug Cake in Just Minutes

This Banana Bread Mug Cake combines the comforting aroma and flavors of banana bread into a quick, single-serve dessert.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 1 mug
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 spray non-stick cooking spray Prevents sticking
  • 3 tbsp flour Use whole wheat for a healthier option
  • 1 tbsp sugar Can be reduced or substituted
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar Coconut sugar can be used as an alternative
  • 1/8 tsp salt Balances sweetness
  • 1/8 tsp baking powder Optional if using self-rising flour
  • 1/8 tsp baking soda Omit if using self-rising flour
For the Enriching Elements
  • 1 large egg Use applesauce or a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract Optional but enhances flavor
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil Can be replaced with melted butter
  • 1 tbsp milk Any kind of milk can be used
For the Star Ingredient
  • 1 large ripe banana Well-mashed

Equipment

  • microwave-safe mug

Method
 

Directions
  1. Spray a microwave-safe mug with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda until well combined.
  3. Add the egg and stir until incorporated with the dry ingredients.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract, oil, milk, and mashed banana until smooth and combined.
  5. Microwave on high for 90 seconds to 3 minutes, check for doneness.
  6. Cool the mug cake for a minute or two before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional toppings include honey or powdered sugar.

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