Apple Mug Cake
This Apple Mug Cake is a warm, single serving dessert made right in the microwave. Soft spiced cake batter is studded with tender apple pieces and ready in about five minutes, making it one of the easiest treats you can whip up any night of the week.
Equipment
- Microwave-safe mug (12 oz or larger)
- Fork or small whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Microwave
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar packed
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 tablespoons milk dairy or plant based
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil such as vegetable or canola
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup apple peeled and finely diced
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
- Add the milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the mug. Stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Fold in most of the diced apple, reserving a few pieces to press into the top of the batter.
- Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds, checking at the 60 second mark, until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the mug cake rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving so it finishes setting from residual heat.
Notes
For best texture, do not overmix the batter once the flour is added. Use a mug of at least 12 ounces and fill it no more than halfway to prevent overflow. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat well in 15 to 20 second microwave bursts.