Description
Banana Mug Cake is a quick and delightful dessert that transforms ripe bananas into a warm, fluffy treat in just minutes. Perfect for satisfying late-night cravings or impressing friends with minimal effort, this single-serving recipe is customizable and fun to make. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the comforting flavors of banana bread in an adorable mug cake that’s ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tbsp melted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large microwave-safe mug, mash the ripe banana until smooth.
- Add sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract; mix well until combined.
- Sprinkle flour and baking powder over the wet mixture, stirring until no dry patches remain.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, watching closely to prevent overflow.
- Allow to cool for one minute before enjoying. Optional toppings include whipped cream or sliced bananas.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg