Coffee Cake in a Mug

Coffee cake in a mug is a delightful and convenient treat for anyone craving a delicious and warm dessert in a matter of minutes. This single-serving version of the classic coffee cake is perfect for those moments when you want a sweet indulgence without the hassle of baking an entire cake. Whether you're craving something sweet to accompany your morning coffee or looking for a quick and easy dessert after dinner, coffee cake in a mug is the perfect solution.

Coffee Cake in a Mug
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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

1 mins

Total Time:

11 mins

Servings:

1

Yield:

1 serving

Ingredients

Coffee Cake in a Mug
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon applesauce, or as needed
⅛ teaspoon baking powder
2 drops vanilla extract, or to taste
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

Coffee Cake in a Mug

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a microwave-safe mug until softened, about 10 seconds. Stir white sugar into butter until dissolved. Mix 1/4 cup flour, applesauce, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt into butter-sugar mixture until batter is smooth.

Step 2

Mix 2 teaspoons flour, 1 teaspoon butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together in a bowl using your hands until the texture of lumpy sand is reached; sprinkle over batter.

Step 3

Cook in the microwave until coffeecake appears to be barely set, 50 to 80 seconds. Cool before eating.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

334

Calories

16g

Fat

43g

Carbs

4g

Protein

Complement

The beauty of coffee cake in a mug lies in its simplicity and convenience. With just a few basic ingredients and a microwave, you can whip up a delectable dessert in no time. The warm, cinnamon-spiced cake is topped with a buttery streusel crumb and can be customized with your favorite add-ins like nuts, chocolate chips, or fruit. Whether you're a novice in the kitchen or just looking for a quick and satisfying treat, coffee cake in a mug is a must-try dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth in no time.