Description
Indulgent “peanut butter mug cake” delivers instant dessert gratification with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Microwave magic turns simple ingredients into a rich, warm treat that satisfies sweet cravings in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons milk (or any non-dairy alternative)
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: extra peanut butter for topping
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients like flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a microwave-safe mug, ensuring no clumps remain.
- Incorporate peanut butter, milk, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture, stirring thoroughly until a smooth, consistent batter forms.
- Microwave the cake for 30-45 seconds at high power, watching carefully to prevent overcooking and maintain a moist texture.
- Check cake doneness by ensuring the center is set but not dry; the cake should rise slightly during cooking.
- Optional: While cake is still warm, add an extra dollop of peanut butter on top to create a luscious, melting effect.
- Allow cake to rest for one minute to cool slightly, as the mug will be extremely hot to handle immediately.
- Serve directly in the mug for a quick, indulgent single-serving dessert that can be enjoyed warm.
Notes
- Customize milk alternatives like almond, oat, or soy milk for different dietary needs without compromising texture.
- Swap traditional peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or almond butter for nut-free versions, ensuring everyone can enjoy this quick dessert.
- Reduce sugar by using monk fruit sweetener or stevia for a lower-calorie option that maintains the cake’s delightful sweetness.
- Prevent dry cake by watching microwave time closely, as wattages vary, and stopping cooking the moment the cake looks set but still slightly moist.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg