5-Minute Healthy Banana Mug Cake
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
4 mins
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Cook Time
1 min
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
275 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
International
5-Minute Healthy Banana Mug Cake
Description
The 5-Minute Healthy Banana Mug Cake uses ripe banana mashed with almond milk and vanilla extract, mixed with oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, and a granular sweetener, offering a balance of natural sweetness and protein. Adding chocolate chips contributes small bursts of rich flavor throughout the cake. The batter is microwaved at reduced power briefly to keep the top slightly gooey while fully cooking the rest. This technique preserves moisture and achieves a tender crumb.
The simplicity and speed of preparation make this mug cake ideal for a quick treat or single serving dessert without the need for baking pans or extensive cleanup. Toppings like cool whip, extra banana slices, or more chocolate chips add texture and presentation options after cooling.
Various granular sweeteners can be used based on preference, such as sugar blends or natural substitutes. Microwaving at 70% power and careful timing helps avoid overcooking and dryness, preserving the desired soft, moist texture.
Ingredients
- 1/2 banana the riper the better!, medium, 75g
- 2 Tbsp almond milk or milk of choice, 30g
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp oat flour or all purpose or gf flour, 15g
- 2 Tbsp protein powder or sub for more more flour, 15g
- 1 Tbsp granular sweetener of choice
- 1/2 tsp baking powder pinch of salt
- 1/2 tsp salt pinch of salt
- 1 Tbsp chocolate chips 15g
Instructions
- Spray a mug or shallow dish with cooking spray.
- Add the banana to the mug and mash with a fork. Mix in the milk and vanilla. Then add the flour, protein powder, sweetener and baking powder and mix until well combined. Fold in the chocolate chips (save a few for topping!)
- Microwave at 70% power for 1 minute to 1 minute and 15 seconds. I like to take mine out when it's still a little gooey at the top for best texture and to ensure I don't overcook it.
- Take out and let cool for a few minutes. Top with cool whip, sliced bananas, more chocolate chips, whatever sounds yummy and enjoy!
Notes
- Any granular sweetener can be used, including sugar, coconut sugar, Truvia, Swerve, or monk fruit; choose your favorite.
- Macros provided in the original recipe were calculated using a zero-calorie sweetener.
- Microwave at reduced power and stop when the top is slightly gooey to keep moisture and avoid overcooking.
- Optional toppings include cool whip, sliced bananas, or additional chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 275 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 mug | |
| Calories | 275kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6g | 18% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% |
| Sugar | 16.6g | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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