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Banana Mug Cake

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A quick, single-serving dessert ready in minutes! This fluffy, moist banana cake cooks right in your mug and is perfect for satisfying sudden sweet cravings. Top with nuts, chocolate chips, or a scoop of ice cream for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium ripe banana, mashed (about ½ cup)

  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar

  • ½ tsp baking powder

  • 1 tbsp milk (any kind)

  • ½ tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter

  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

  • Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, chopped nuts, cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prep Mug: Use a 12-oz microwave-safe mug and lightly grease with oil or cooking spray.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In the mug, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.

  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in mashed banana, milk, oil and vanilla until smooth.

  4. Customize: Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.

  5. Cook: Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes (until top looks dry).

  6. Serve: Let cool 1 minute. Enjoy warm with toppings of choice!

Notes

Topping Ideas

  • Peanut butter drizzle

  • Whipped cream & banana slices

  • Caramel sauce & chopped pecans