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Delicious microwave pumpkin mug cake topped with whipped cream

Microwave Pumpkin Mug Cake

A quick and comforting pumpkin treat that can be made in minutes, perfect for any day of the year.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
  • a pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
  • 3 tablespoons milk (or almond milk for a vegan option)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon and nutmeg)
Optional Add-ins
  • chocolate chips or nuts for added texture

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather your favorite oversized mug.
  2. In the mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until smooth.
  4. Sprinkle in the pumpkin pie spice and stir to blend.
  5. If desired, fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
Cooking
  1. Pop the mug into the microwave for about 60 to 80 seconds.
  2. Keep an eye on your cake as it cooks; stop when it's set but still slightly moist in the middle.
Serving
  1. Let it cool for a minute before enjoying.
  2. Top with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with the ingredients! Swap pumpkin for applesauce or add cocoa powder for chocolate flavor.

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