Name: Microwave Lemon Mug Cake
Prep time: 5 s
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 30 ml (2 tbsp) milk 15 ml (1 tbsp) unsweetened applesauce 15 ml (1 tbsp) sugar Zest and juice of ½ lemon 30 g (¼ cup) unbleached all-purpose flour* 2; 5 ml (½ tsp) baking powder *For a gluten-free option; replace the flour with a 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose mix.

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Craving a quick sweet treat? This light, fluffy and subtly tangy lemon mug cake comes together in just a few minutes using simple ingredients and minimal dishes.

Preparation 5 min

Cooking 1 min

Portion 1

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories

190

Fat

Carbohydrates

Fibre

Protein

Sodium

265

Ingredients

30 ml (2 tbsp) milk
15 ml (1 tbsp) unsweetened applesauce
15 ml (1 tbsp) sugar
Zest and juice of ½ lemon
30 g (¼ cup) unbleached all-purpose flour*
2,5 ml (½ tsp) baking powder

*For a gluten-free option, replace the flour with a 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose mix.

Preparation

In a mug, whisk together the milk, applesauce, sugar, lemon zest and juice with a fork until smooth.
Add the flour and baking powder. Gently stir until the batter is smooth.
Microwave on high for 2 minutes, watching closely to avoid overcooking.