Apple Mug Cake

This apple mug cake features a fluffy vanilla cake over warm cinnamon apples. Enjoy this single-serve dessert in just 8 minutes without turning on the oven!

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Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Apple mug cake

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 3

Total Time: 8

Servings:

Calories: 554kcal

Author: Louisa

Equipment

Ingredients

5 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch salt
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup milk
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup apples, cored, peeled, and chopped
1 tbsp brown sugar packed
1/4 tsp all-purpose flour for the apple filling
1 pinch ground cinnamon for the apple filling

Instructions

Gather the ingredients for your apple mug cake.
Combine the dry ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
Place the butter in the mug and cover the top with a microwave-safe paper towel. Microwave on high for 30 seconds.
Pour the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract into the flour mixture. Stir just until smooth and fully combined.
For the filling, add the apples, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon to the mug. Stir well to evenly coat the apples.
Microwave the mug on high until the apples are slightly softened, about 45 seconds.
Stir the apples again, then pour the cake batter over the top. Do not mix.
Microwave the cinnamon apple mug cake on high for about 90 seconds. To check if it’s done, insert a toothpick into the top. If it comes out covered in wet batter, continue microwaving your apple cake in 5 to 10-second increments until cooked through. Enjoy!

Notes

Your microwave apple cake may cook a bit faster or a bit longer, depending on your microwave's wattage. In most cases, this apple cake takes around 60 to 90 seconds.
Make sure your mug holds at least 12 ounces to prevent any overflow as the apple microwave cake rises. If you’re unsure, you can also use a ramekin.
Once done, wait at least 10 seconds before removing your single-serve apple cake from the microwave. This gives it time to set, so it doesn’t shrink.
While you’ll likely finish this mug cake right away, you can store any leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 2 days. To serve, just reheat it in the microwave until warm.

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