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Banana Mug Cake

Banana Mug Cake Recipe

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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 412
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small ripe banana (about 4 oz)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp semisweet chocolate chips (optional)

Method
 

  1. Place the banana in a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug and mash until smooth with a fork.
  2. Add the egg, melted butter, and vanilla, and stir until fully combined.
  3. Sprinkle in the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, and gently fold just until no dry streaks remain. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  4. Microwave on high for 1 minute (adjust for wattage), until the top is set but the center is slightly glossy.
  5. Let it rest 1 minute, then top with whipped cream or extra chocolate chips and enjoy warm.

Notes

The cake tastes best right after it cools for a minute, when it’s still soft and steamy. If you want a drier, more bread-like texture, microwave for an additional 10 to 15 seconds, but keep an eye on it so it does not dry out.