A three-ingredient banana mug cake is an easy, delicious, and gluten-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth. This single-serving cake can be made in just a few minutes, and is the perfect size for a quick snack or dessert.
A banana bread mug cake is a delicious and easy treat. This gluten-free version is made with just three ingredients: a ripe banana, coconut flour, and eggs. It’s a delicious cake that comes together in minutes.
Mug cake recipes are a quick way to satisfy your sweet tooth. This mini banana cake can be made in just a few minutes. It’s the perfect size for a single serving dessert or snack.
Simply mash the banana in a mug, stir in the other ingredients, microwave for a minute or two, and voila! You have a warm treat made without refined sugar that hits the spot.
So if you’re looking for a quick and healthy dessert that’s also gluten-free, give this healthy banana mug cake a try!
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Ingredients
All you need for the the recipe is a ripe banana, some coconut flour, and an egg. But you can customize the cake with added chocolate chips or chopped walnuts to the batter.
Instructions
This mug cake takes just minutes to make!
Mash banana
First, mash banana slices in a large mug or ramekin.
Make batter
Then stir in egg and coconut flour until well combined.
Cook
Microwave on high for a minute or so until cooked throughout. Let cool slightly and enjoy!
Tips
- Undercook slightly. Overcooking mug cakes result in a rubbery texture. So take the cake out when it’s a little gooey in the middle.
- Weigh banana. A medium banana should weigh about 60 grams so you may need a little more or less depending on the size.
Serving suggestions
The cake can be enjoyed on its own or topped with your favorite toppings. A few toppings that work well are chocolate chips, fruit, maple syrup, and whipped cream.
Variations
There are several ways to change a three ingredient banana mug cake recipe.
One way is to add chocolate chips or cocoa powder to the batter. This will give the mug cake a chocolatey flavor. Or, add spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger. These spices will give the mug cake a warm flavor.
Another way to change the recipe is to add a different type of fruit to the batter. This can be done by adding diced pineapple, blueberries, or raspberries. These fruits will give the mug cake a tropical flavor.
You can also use a microwaveable mini loaf pan to make a mini banana bread for one.
FAQs
Mug cakes can be rubbery for a few reasons. One reason is not using enough fat or liquid. Another is overcooking.
There are a few things to keep in mind when making a microwave mug cake. First, make sure the mug or microwaveable dish is large enough to accommodate the cake batter. Second, check the center of the cake for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center, removing when still slightly moist. Finally, be careful not to overcook the cake so it doesn’t get too dry.
Yes. Place in a 350°F preheated oven until the cake tests done. It should be set but still a little moist in the middle.
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Banana Mug Cake
Instructions
- Mash very ripe spotty banana in small bowl.
- In ramekin or mug, combine mashed banana, egg, and coconut flour.
- Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes until cake tests done. Time will vary depending on wattage of microwave.
- Carefully remove from microwave and set on a rack to cool. Then enjoy from microwave dish or remove to serve.