Peanut Butter Banana Mug Cake (Quick, Gooey, Single-Serve Treat) Recipe
This Peanut Butter Banana Mug Cake is a quick, gooey, and single-serve treat combining the natural sweetness of ripe banana with creamy peanut butter. Ready in just minutes using your microwave, it makes a perfect snack or dessert that’s warm, comforting, and deliciously satisfying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 to 1.5 minutes
- Total Time: 6 to 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons mashed ripe banana
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter (plus more for topping)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon milk (any kind)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon peanut butter chips or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Mug: In a microwave-safe mug, mash the ripe banana thoroughly to create a smooth base.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Stir in the creamy peanut butter, maple syrup (or honey), and milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to the wet mixture. Gently mix until just combined, avoiding over-mixing to keep the cake tender.
- Fold in Chips: If using, fold in peanut butter chips or chocolate chips evenly into the batter.
- Cook the Mug Cake: Microwave the mug on high power for 60 to 75 seconds. The cake should be set on the edges but slightly soft and gooey in the center for a moist texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Top the warm mug cake with a swirl of extra peanut butter and a slice of banana for added flavor and presentation. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or any liquid sweetener of your choice.
- The mug cake is best enjoyed fresh out of the microwave when still warm and gooey.
- For a dairy-free version, use any plant-based milk.
- Adjust microwave power and time as needed depending on your microwave wattage.
- Optional chips add extra texture and flavor but can be omitted.
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