Description
Craving something sweet, cozy, and quick? This Warm Apple Mug Cake is your go-to for a single-serving dessert that’s ready in under 10 minutes. With chunks of juicy apple, warm cinnamon spice, and a buttery soft crumb, it’s the ultimate quick dessert idea for chilly nights or late-night snack cravings. Perfect as a last-minute treat or an easy food idea to satisfy a sweet tooth without the oven. A healthy snack upgrade when made with almond milk or gluten-free flour, this easy recipe belongs on your list of comforting breakfast ideas and no-fuss dessert favorites.
Ingredients
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon melted butter
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons diced apple
Optional: icing or caramel drizzle
Instructions
1. In a microwave-safe mug, stir together 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
2. Add 3 tablespoons milk, 1 tablespoon melted butter, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix just until combined.
3. Fold in 2 to 3 tablespoons of diced apple, distributing evenly.
4. Microwave on high for 1 minute and 15 seconds. If needed, add an extra 10 seconds until edges are set.
5. Drizzle with icing or caramel. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, don’t overmix the batter. A few lumps are okay!
Use a 12–14 oz mug to prevent overflow.
Fresh, crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith give the best texture.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 15 seconds
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: mug cake, apple dessert, quick dessert, cinnamon, microwave recipe