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Apple Mug Cake – No Egg, Single Serve Treat Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 4 minutes 30 seconds
  • Yield: 1 serving

Description

This Apple Mug Cake is a quick and easy single-serving treat perfect for when you want a warm dessert in minutes. Made without eggs and featuring fresh grated apple, this mug cake combines comforting fall flavors with the convenience of microwave cooking. It’s moist, subtly spiced with apple pie spice, and can be topped with whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter (melted & cooled)
  • ¼ cup grated apple (Gala, Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, or Granny Smith)
  • ½ tsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¾ tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp light brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup milk (room temperature)

Dry Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp apple pie spice (or pumpkin pie spice)

Optional Topping

  • Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Heat Butter: Place the butter in a microwave-safe mug and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds until mostly melted. Stir in the grated apples to combine the flavors.
  2. Add Lemon and Vanilla: Stir in the fresh lemon juice and pure vanilla extract to the butter and apple mixture to brighten and enhance the taste.
  3. Add Sugar and Milk: Mix in the packed light brown sugar, followed by the room temperature milk to create a smooth batter.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and apple pie spice. Stir gently until all ingredients are combined with no dry pockets.
  5. Microwave Cooking: Microwave the mug on HIGH for 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until the cake is set. Cooking time may vary depending on microwave strength, so monitor to avoid overcooking.
  6. Optional Serving: Top the warm apple mug cake with whipped cream if desired, and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • The type of apple affects sweetness and texture; choose sweeter varieties like Honeycrisp for a naturally sweeter cake or tart Granny Smith for more tang.
  • Cooking times can vary based on microwave wattage; adjust time slightly if cake is under or overcooked.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives.
  • Use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled for best flavor.
  • Serve immediately as mug cakes tend to dry out if left too long.
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwaving
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/apple-mug-cake-no-egg-single-serve-treat-recipe/