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Banana Mug Cake


  • Author: ruth-martha
  • Total Time: 6 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick, single-serving dessert that combines ripe bananas with a simple mug-cake method for a delightful sweet treat.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 overripe banana
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (plus more for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Peel the banana half and mash it in a small bowl.
  2. Scrape the mashed banana into a microwave-safe mug, and mix in the vegetable oil, milk, brown sugar, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips and ensure all batter on the sides of the mug is scraped into the mixture.
  4. Microwave the mixture on high for 80 seconds.
  5. Top with banana slices and additional chocolate chips if desired.

Notes

For best results, serve warm immediately after cooking. You can customize by adding nuts or flavored extracts.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: banana mug cake, quick dessert, single serving dessert, microwave cake, easy recipes