Ingredients
For the Mug Cake:
3 tablespoons finely ground almond flour (or 1:1 nut-free replacement: sunflower seed flour or Otto’s cassava flour)
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon baking soda (or ½ teaspoon baking powder if using sunflower seed flour)
⅛ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
1 tablespoon applesauce
2 teaspoons honey (or 2½ teaspoons maple syrup)
1 teaspoon avocado oil (or melted refined coconut oil or ghee)
⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
For the Topping:
Whipped coconut cream (optional)
Extra ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the almond flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until uniform.
Mix the Wet Ingredients:
Add the applesauce, honey, avocado oil, vanilla extract, and egg to the dry ingredients. Stir vigorously until the batter is smooth.
Pour the Batter into a Mug:
For a pretty presentation, pour the batter into a microwave-safe mug (6-8 ounces). Alternatively, to minimize cleanup, microwave the cake in the same glass measuring cup you mixed it in.
Microwave the Cake:
Place the mug in the center of the microwave. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, depending on your microwave’s wattage. A 900-watt microwave will cook the cake in about 90 seconds. Adjust the time based on the strength of your microwave (less time for higher wattage, more time for lower wattage). The cake is done when it has puffed up and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve:
Let the cake cool for a few minutes. Top with whipped coconut cream and an extra sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired.
Notes
Oven and Air Fryer Instructions: If you prefer to use an oven or air fryer, pour the batter into an oven-safe 6-ounce ramekin. Bake in a 350°F oven for 18-20 minutes or in a 325°F air fryer for 13-15 minutes. Note that the cake may not rise as much and will have a more eggy taste compared to the microwave method.
Customization: You can substitute the almond flour with a nut-free flour like sunflower seed flour or cassava flour to make it nut-free. You can also switch up the sweetener with maple syrup or honey based on preference.
Serving Tip: Add extra toppings such as chopped apples, a drizzle of honey, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an even more indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
