Banana Bread Mug Cake
This Banana Bread Mug Cake is perfect for satisfying your cravings for banana bread in just a few minutes.It's a quick and easy treat that's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you need a comforting snack. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana mashed
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon milk dairy or non-dairy
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional add-ins: chopped nuts chocolate chips, or dried fruit
Instructions
- Prepare the Mug:Lightly grease a microwave-safe mug with cooking spray or butter to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mash the Banana:In a small bowl, mash the ripe banana with a fork until smooth. Transfer the mashed banana to the prepared mug.
- Add Dry Ingredients:To the mug, add the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients:Pour in the vegetable oil or melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract into the mug. Stir until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
- Optional Add-Ins:If desired, fold in chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit into the batter for extra flavor and texture.
- Microwave the Mug Cake:Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, or until the cake is set and cooked through. The cooking time may vary depending on the wattage of your microwave, so keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.
- Serve:Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot!) and let the banana bread mug cake cool for a minute or two.Enjoy your delicious and comforting banana bread mug cake straight from the mug or transfer it to a plate. You can optionally sprinkle some powdered sugar or drizzle with honey before serving.