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Banana Mug Cake

Banana Mug Cake

Delightful Banana Mug Cake made in minutes, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 1 cake
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 ripe banana (mashed)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar or brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 2 tbsp milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe mug

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large microwave-safe mug, mash the ripe banana until smooth.
  2. Add sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract; mix well until combined.
  3. Sprinkle flour and baking powder over the wet mixture, stirring until no dry patches remain.
  4. Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, watching closely to prevent overflow.
  5. Allow to cool for one minute before enjoying. Optional toppings include whipped cream or sliced bananas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5g

Notes

Feel free to customize with chocolate chips, nuts, or spices like cinnamon. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and reheat as needed.

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