Why are mug cakes chewy?

A chewy mug cake is often the result of overcooking the cake in the microwave. Make sure not to overcook the cake for the best texture.

How does a mug cake work?

Mug cake works similarly to how a regular cake works, but it is cooked in the microwave. Since it is a small amount of cake, it cooks in just 1-2 minutes.

Can I make this mug cake gluten-free?

Yes. Just make sure to a 1-1 gluten-free flour blend. (This means the flour can be substituted equally for all-purpose flour.)

Pumpkin Mug Cake (vegan)

Name: Pumpkin mug cake
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 6 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp sugar; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice; pinch of salt; 2 tbsp pumpkin puree; 1 tbsp avocado oil (can sub vegetable oil or coconut oil); 3 tbsp almond milk; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Description

This Pumpkin mug cake is ready in just 6 minutes and is perfect for an quick and easy Fall dessert!

Ingredients

Units Scale

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
pinch of salt
2 tbsp pumpkin puree
1 tbsp avocado oil (can sub vegetable oil or coconut oil)
3 tbsp almond milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Mix all the dry ingredients together in a mug, then add the wet ingredients and gently mix everything together to combine with a spoon or a small whisk.
Microwave for 65-95 seconds. Time may change slightly depending on your microwave.

Notes

Microwave time can vary. Depending on your microwave, you may have to cook the mug cake for slightly shorter or longer. This can vary so keep an eye on the cake as it cooks. You’ll know the mug cake is ready when you stick a toothpick in it and the toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mug cake
Calories: 325
Sugar: 19g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2.5g
Protein: 3.5g