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    Home » Recipes » Cakes & Cupcakes

    Easy Apple Mug Cake

    Published: Oct 25, 2022 by brooke · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    This easy apple mug cake is the perfect way to curb your sweet tooth in less than 5 minutes! Delicious, moist and full of warm flavors.

    easy apple mug cake topped with ice cream and caramel.

    You're going to love this easy apple mug cake that is so quick to make, and can satisfy any sweet tooth, and leave your kitchen without a mess! Top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce for the best combination.

    If you're looking for other single serving or small batch desserts you should also try my biscoff mug cake, protein powder mug cake, or small batch chocolate cupcakes.

    a spoon with a bite of mug cake in it.

    WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS

    Single Serving- The perfect thing to make when you're craving something sweet, but don't want to commit to a large dessert.

    Quick to make- This mug cake is made from start to finish in less than 5 minutes.

    Tender & Moist- This cake is so soft and tender, you'll be shocked it was made in a microwave.

    INGREDIENT NOTES

    • Butter: I used salted butter, but you can also use a neutral oil to keep it dairy free.
    • Apple: Because it's such a small amount, use whatever apple you have on hand.
    • Milk: I used cashew, but any milk will work great.
    • Brown Sugar: I love the richer more caramel taste from using brown sugar, but granulated would work just fine also.
    • Baking Powder: This is what is going to help your mug cake grow in the microwave.
    all the ingredients needed to make this easy apple mug cake.

    STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

    STEP ONE: Place butter into a large mug and microwave for 15-20 seconds to melt. Stir diced apples into warm butter to help soften the apples.

    butter melted
    adding apples to butter.

    STEP TWO: Add the vanilla and milk and mix into buttery apples. Then add brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, baking powder and flour and mix together with a fork or spoon.

    adding dry ingredients.
    everything but flour mixed in.

    STEP THREE: Microwave for 60-70 seconds, depending on your microwave. I watch mine and stop it about 60 seconds, when it is starting to reach maximum height. You can put it back in for another 10 seconds, until just the top still looks a little wet in the middle. Let it cool.

    mug cake before microwaving.
    apple mug cake after cooking.

    EXPERT BAKING TIPS

    When in doubt, err on the side of undercooking your mug cake. You don’t want to dry it out and it will continue to cook and set as it cools.

    Make sure that your mug is big enough to allow it to grow. Before cooking you mug should only be about ½ full of batter.

    This mug cake can be baked in the oven. Bake at 350 for about 10 minutes. You can test the center with a toothpick to make sure it's done baking.

    FAQ

    Why did my mug cake overflow?

    It could be because your mug was too small to hold all the ingredients. Make sure that before cooking the mug is no more than half full with batter.

    Why wasn't my mug cake soft and tender?

    Your mug cake may not be soft because it was over-mixed. You want to make sure all ingredients are incorporated, but don't mix for too long.

    Can this be made gluten free?

    Yes! Just use gluten free flour and all the rest of the ingredients are already gluten free.

    a spoon inside the mug cake.

    HOW TO STORE

    This easy apple mug cake is best eaten when fresh, the day of. If you want to save some, store it covered in the fridge, and then reheat in the microwave just until warm. This is not good for freezing.

    OTHER APPLE RECIPES TO TRY

    Baked Apple Cider Donuts

    Apple Crumble Tart

    Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

    For more yummy treats follow me on instagram @thesaltedsweets. And be sure to tag me and comment below if you make them and love them as much as I do. 

    Make sure to leave a star review below!

    easy apple mug cake topped with ice cream and caramel.

    Easy Apple Mug Cake

    brooke
    This easy apple mug cake is the perfect way to curb your sweet tooth in less than 5 minutes! Delicious, moist and full of warm flavors.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 3 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 minute min
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 449 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 tablespoon butter
    • ½ small apple peeled and diced
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla
    • 3 tablespoon milk I used cashew
    • 2 tablespoon brown sugar granulated sugar is fine too
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour

    Instructions
     

    • Place butter into a large mug and microwave for 15-20 seconds to melt. Stir diced apples into warm butter to help soften the apples.
    • Add the vanilla and milk and mix into buttery apples. Then add brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, baking powder and flour and mix together with a fork or spoon.
    • Microwave for 60-70 seconds, depending on your microwave. I watch mine and stop it about 60 seconds, when it is starting to reach maximum height. You can put it back in for another 10 seconds, until just the top still looks a little wet in the middle.
    • Allow to cool before topping or eating.

    Notes

    Make sure not to overcook this mug cake. Having it slightly wet in the middle is ok because it will continue to cook as it cools.
    Try not to over-mix the cake batter or it will make it less tender.
    Top with ice cream, whip cream, or caramel sauce.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 449kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 708mgPotassium: 218mgFiber: 3gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 816IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 218mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword apple cake, apple mug cake, mug cake
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    Comments

    1. Sandy

      October 29, 2022 at 8:41 pm

      5 stars
      This Apple mug cake was so easy and so so good! I used gluten free Cup4Cup brand flour and the texture and flavor were great! Topped it with whipped cream! Will be making this many more times guaranteed!

      Reply
      • Tyler W.

        September 24, 2023 at 12:39 am

        5 stars
        Soooo delicious!! I used vanilla almond milk in the recipe with a tiny bit poured on top after it was cooked, as well as a little yogurt drizzled and oh my goodness! So good! I also added a couple heath toffee bits that added a tiny crunch. THANKS FOR SHARING!

        Reply
        • brooke

          September 24, 2023 at 8:53 am

          Yum!! Love the additions you made, thanks for sharing that!!

          Reply

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