Pumpkin Mug Cake
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A quick and easy pumpkin mug cake made in the microwave, perfect for a cozy single-serve fall dessert.
- Author: Beth
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- Add the pumpkin puree, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is cooked through. Cooking times may vary depending on your microwave.
- Let cool slightly, then enjoy straight from the mug. Top with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Do not overcook the mug cake or it may become dry.
- Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.
- Top with whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for a decadent treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg