Description
Silky banana bread mug cake delivers comfort in minutes, blending ripe bananas with sweet spices. Warm, moist, and ready in just 90 seconds, this single-serve treat offers pure indulgence without complex baking skills.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) brown sugar
Leavening and Spices:
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch of salt
Liquid and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- Chopped nuts
- Chocolate chips
- Dried fruit
Instructions
- Select a microwave-safe mug and coat its interior with a thin layer of cooking spray or butter to ensure easy cake release.
- Thoroughly mash a ripe banana using a fork until it reaches a creamy, lump-free consistency, then transfer directly into the prepared mug.
- Incorporate dry ingredients including flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a delicate pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until a uniform texture is achieved.
- Introduce liquid components – vegetable oil or melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract – blending until the mixture becomes a smooth, homogeneous batter with no visible dry pockets.
- Enhance the cake’s complexity by gently folding in optional mix-ins such as chopped walnuts, dark chocolate chips, or dried cranberries for additional depth and texture.
- Microwave the cake on high power for 90 seconds, monitoring closely to prevent overcooking. Cooking duration may fluctuate based on microwave wattage, so watch for a slightly springy, firm center.
- Allow the mug cake to rest for 1-2 minutes after microwaving, as the container and contents will be extremely hot. Garnish with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a delicate honey drizzle before savoring directly from the mug or transferred to a serving plate.
Notes
- Choose very ripe, soft bananas for maximum sweetness and deeper banana flavor in your mug cake.
- Always grease the mug thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cake.
- Adjust microwave cooking time based on your specific microwave’s wattage to prevent dry or rubbery texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg