Description
A healthy Gluten-Free Apple Pie Mug cake in under 5 minutes is convenient without sacrificing taste or nutrition. This delightful treat is effortless and perfect for those busy mornings or late-night cravings. In just a few simple steps, you can enjoy a freshly baked mug cake that combines apple pie's warm, comforting flavors with nourishing ingredients like almond flour, cinnamon, and fresh apple chunks.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
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- Almond Flour: 4 tablespoons
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- Coconut Flour: 1 tablespoon
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- Baking Powder: 1/4 teaspoon
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- Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon (plus extra for topping)
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- Apple (peeled and diced): 2 tablespoons
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- Honey or Maple Syrup: 1 tablespoon (or to taste)
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- Almond Milk (or any preferred milk): 3 tablespoons
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- Applesauce: 1 tablespoon (unsweetened)
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- Vanilla Extract: 1/4 teaspoon
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- Walnuts: 1 tablespoon (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Instructions
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
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- First, gather all your ingredients and tools: a microwave-safe mug, measuring spoons, a small mixing bowl, and a fork or spoon for stirring.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
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- In your microwave-safe mug, add the following dry ingredients:
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- 4 tablespoons of almond flour
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- 1 tablespoon of coconut flour
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- 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder
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- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
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- In your microwave-safe mug, add the following dry ingredients:
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- Stir the dry ingredients together using a fork or spoon until they are well combined. Make sure there are no clumps.
Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients
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- Now, add the following wet ingredients to the dry mixture in the mug:
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- 2 tablespoons of diced apple
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- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste for sweetness)
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- 3 tablespoons of almond milk
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- 1 tablespoon of unsweetened applesauce
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- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
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- Now, add the following wet ingredients to the dry mixture in the mug:
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- Mix everything together thoroughly until all the ingredients are well incorporated. The batter should be thick but smooth.
Step 4: Add Optional Ingredients
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- If using, fold in 1 tablespoon of chopped walnuts to add a nice crunch to your mugcake.
Step 5: Microwave the Mug cake
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- Place the mug in the microwave. Microwave on high for about 1 minute and 30 seconds. Cooking times may vary based on your microwave's wattage, so keep an eye on it. If it is not fully cooked, continue microwaving in 10-15 second increments until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Let It Cool
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- Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot!). Let the mugcake cool for a minute or two.
Step 7: Add Toppings (Optional)
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- If desired, top your mugcake with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or more diced apples and walnuts for added flavor and texture.
Step 8: Enjoy!
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- Your healthy Gluten-Free Apple Pie Mugcake is ready to be enjoyed! Grab a spoon and dig in for a warm, delicious treat.
Tip:
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- For a personal touch, consider adding drizzles of nut butter or a scoop of ice cream on top if you're treating yourself!
Enjoy your quick and healthy dessert!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds