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Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake

December 31 2015 by Jessica 13 Comments

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A perfectly spongy cake filled with all the flavors of baked apple pie. Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is a tasty single-serving cake that’s ready in less than 5 minutes. 

You will love this easy pie dessert cake! A perfectly spongy cake filled with all the flavors of baked apple pie. Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is a tasty single-serving cake that's ready in less than 5 minutes. Quick and Easy Dessert | 5 minute Microwave Cake | thishappymommy.com

There’s nothing like a freshly baked cake, piping hot, right out of the oven. When it’s ready in under five minutes, cake time can be anytime.

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Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is filled with cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. With a soft, light cake texture and all of the flavors of homemade apple pie, it’s hard not to love this tasty treat.

Each bite is filled with perfectly fluffy cake and small pieces of apple baked throughout. This sweet and savory-spiced cake packs a seriously tasty punch. Adding fresh fruit gives this cake more of an apple pie flavor and a fun bit of texture.

A perfectly spongy cake filled with all the flavors of baked apple pie. Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is a tasty single-serving cake that's ready in less than 5 minutes. Quick and Easy Dessert | 5 minute Microwave Cake | thishappymommy.com

Enjoy a Quick and Easy Mug Cake

If you are looking for a quick, easy, and tasty dessert, mug cakes are a perfect dessert. They are sweet and oh so easy to make. You can prepare, cook, and eat them in the same dish. Perfect, right?!!

Every step uses just one mug. That’s why it’s called a mug cake – one mug for one cake. So, there is virtually no cleanup.

But don’t let all of this easy-breezy business make you think that you are sacrificing flavor. Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake bursts with all the flavor of a freshly baked apple pie. Even with its small size, every bite tastes like it’s warm and fresh out of the oven.

On its own, this tender cake is pure comfort food, but when you add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it adds another dimension of flavor. Mellow and creamy, vanilla ice cream softens the savory spice of the cake.  A la mode or on its own, this cake is one tasty dessert.

You will love this easy pie dessert cake! A perfectly spongy cake filled with all the flavors of baked apple pie. Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is a tasty single-serving cake that's ready in less than 5 minutes. Quick and Easy Dessert | 5 minute Microwave Cake | thishappymommy.com

What Makes this Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake healthier?

One great thing about mug cakes is portion size. It really is the perfect size for one person. So even if it’s just too good, you never have to worry about eating the whole cake. It’s all for you!

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Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is also a healthier cake. Unlike other apple cakes, this cake is made without butter, cream, oil, or eggs. Instead, it is given its rich texture from a combination of milk and apple sauce. Healthier and tasty, this is one amazing cake. It’s so perfectly decadent, you won’t miss the butter, cream, oil, or eggs. It’s delicious!

You will love this easy pie dessert cake! A perfectly spongy cake filled with all the flavors of baked apple pie. Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is a tasty single-serving cake that's ready in less than 5 minutes. Quick and Easy Dessert | 5 minute Microwave Cake | thishappymommy.com

How to Make Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake

Let’s get cooking! Find your favorite mug. It is about to be filled with a yummy mini cake. Add flour, sugar, apple sauce, milk, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and salt. Mix in the apples to form the batter. Since it’s made without egg, you can lick the spoon or fork clean. I always do!

Now all that’s left is baking it in the microwave. In less than 2 minutes it will be ready. Since all microwaves are different, I recommend that you start by cooking it on high for 1 minute. Continue to cook it for 10 seconds at a time until it is ready. You’ll know it’s finished when the top is firm and a toothpick comes out clean.

Finally, it’s the best step. And now…

Let’s eat some cake!

You will love this easy pie dessert cake! A perfectly spongy cake filled with all the flavors of baked apple pie. Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is a tasty single-serving cake that's ready in less than 5 minutes. Quick and Easy Dessert | 5 minute Microwave Cake | thishappymommy.com

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For a quick and simple apple pie treat, Apple Pie Spiced Mug Cake is the perfect snack. Filled with the sweet and savory flavors of apple pie, this tender cake can be enjoyed a la mode or on its own.

  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 4
  • Cook Time: 1
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwave

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened apple sauce
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • pinch salt
  • 2 tablespoons apple, chopped

Instructions

  1. Combine flour, sugar, apple sauce, milk, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and salt in a microwave-safe mug. Mix with a fork or small whisk.
  2. Stir in apples and mix to combine.
  3. Microwave on high for 1 minute. If the cake is not ready, heat 10 seconds at a time until done.
  4. Let cool for a few minutes before eating.
  5. Enjoy!

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  1. Taylor

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    I’m really impressed with your writing skills as well as with the layout on your weblog. I’ve pinned this for later.

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    • Jessica

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      Thanks Taylor! You’re so sweet. Hope you enjoy it. :)

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  2. Pauline

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    Greetings! Just wanted to give a quick shout out and tell you that I really enjoy reading your blog.

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    • Jessica

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      Thanks Pauline!! Keep stopping by for more yummy recipes, DIY and crafts. :)

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  3. Brenna

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    I don’t even know how I ended up here, but I thought this post was great. ;) Cheers!

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    • Jessica

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      You’re so sweet! Thanks Brenna! :)

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  4. Gene

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    I don’t normally write reviews, but I just LOVE this mug cake.

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    • Jessica

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      Thanks Gene!! There’s nothing like quick and easy desserts. :)

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  5. Jestine

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    I love reading your blog. This cake sounds awesome!! Can’t wait to try it.

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    • Jessica

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      Thanks Jestine! You’re so sweet!!! Hope you love it as much as I do!! :)

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  6. Trina and Tina

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    Mug cakes are the best and this one takes the cake! Pun intended! Definitely adding the ice cream. Thanks for the recipe!

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    • Jessica

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      Thanks Trina and Tina! They are the best!! Hope you enjoy it :)

      Reply

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