This delicious Pumpkin Mug Cake recipe is ready in 5 minutes and is the perfect dessert for one! Made in the microwave, it's a fun fall treat to indulge with.
Spray your microwave safe mug with non-stick cooking spray.
To the mug add brown sugar, flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice and salt.
Whisk together to combine.
Add egg, heavy cream, pumpkin, melted butter and vanilla.
Mix well to combine. Use a spatula to scrape any dry ingredients from the bottom of the mug.
Place the mug in the microwave and cook for 1 1/2 minutes then check but don't mix.
Cook for another 1 1/2 minutes.
Use a toothpick to check that the center is cooked through.
Let cool for about 3 minutes before eating.
Top with whipped cream, candied pecans, a caramel drizzle or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
The cake will rise as it cooks but will sink a little bit as it cools.
Make sure to mix the batter well. Consider using a spatula to ensure there are no dry ingredients left on the bottom of the cup.
Although these are called mug cakes, I find that shorter, wider bowls like a large ramekin works better for an even cook. However the mug I used worked perfectly!
Change this recipe up any way you like. This would also be delicious with chocolate chips mixed in!
Make sure you use pure pumpkin in a can that doesn't have extra spices added.