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healthy banana mug cake with a spoon
5 from 6 votes

6-Ingredient Banana Mug Cake

This banana mug cake tastes just like classic banana bread but is made with simple, healthy ingredients and ready in minutes! It’s a single-serve, gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free recipe made with just 6 ingredients. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack, this healthy banana mug cake can be made in the microwave or oven!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 1 serving

Equipment

  • 1 microwave-safe mug

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or your favorite liquid sweetener
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • chocolate chips optional

Instructions

  • Mash the banana in a mug, then mix in the remaining ingredients (except for the chocolate chips). Once the mug cake is well mixed and the batter is mostly smooth, top with chocolate chips then bake for 350° Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes. Or, microwave on high for 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 21g | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 20g