Banana Bread Mug Cake in a Minute

Turn that ripe banana on your counter into Chef John's decadent banana bread mug cake in just a minute with this easy recipe.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 2 mins
• Total Time: 7 mins
• Calories: 602 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon white sugar, or to taste
• 1 medium very ripe banana
• 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
• 6 slices banana
• 0.25 cup chopped walnuts
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.125 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.125 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Let cool before serving.

Step 2

Combine ripe banana, brown sugar, white sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, melted butter, milk, and vanilla in a mixing bowl; use a potato masher to mash the mixture into a smooth puree. Add flour and mix until just combined. Stir in walnuts and chocolate chips until evenly mixed.

Step 3

Transfer batter evenly into two lightly buttered coffee mugs or cups. Tap a few times on a towel to settle everything down and ensure there are no air pockets.

Step 4

Microwave cups, one at a time, until a toothpick comes out clean, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Optional: Garnish each with banana slices and dust with sugar. Brulee the tops with a blowtorch.