The Vegan Pumpkin Mug Cake is a yummy delight. It has 220 calories per serving. Also, you can make it in seven minutes. You can serve this cake at parties, sleep-overs, birthdays, or as a sweet treat to yourself. Moreover, we can pair this cake with powdered sugar, vegan whipped cream, caramel drizzle, walnuts, granola, vegan chocolate chips, vegan chocolate sauce, or banana slices. We will use measuring spoons, a microwave-safe mug, and a spoon to make this mug cake. Also, you can store this cake for one day in your refrigerator. This is easy to make as the steps given are very simple. We can prepare it any time for your sweet cravings.
STATS:
- Number of calories: 220 kcal
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Cooking time: 2 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Serving size: 1 mug
- Cuisine: American
- Serving: 1
- Total time: 7 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Spoon
- Microwave-safe mug
- Measuring spoons
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Two tbsp pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp vegan milk
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Half tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- One pinch of nutmeg
- Half tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp oil
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:
- This is the important ingredient in your mug cake. It helps the cake’s structure and also makes it soft. You may utilize whole wheat flour, but the texture of your dessert will not remain the same.
PUMPKIN PUREE:
- We add pumpkin puree to include moisture & taste to your mug cake. Also, it makes the mug cake soft. We may use mashed potatoes or apple sauce as an alternative.
VEGAN MILK:
- Vegan milk is the liquid ingredient in your recipe. It mixes the cake batter and makes it smooth. Also, you can utilize any other plant milk as you prefer.
SUGAR:
- It makes your cake fluffy and gives it a sweet taste. We may use brown sugar instead to get a rich taste.
BAKING POWDER:
- This is another important component of your recipe. It gives your cake a better shape and makes it light. Also, it helps your cake to rise.
CINNAMON & NUTMEG:
- These ingredients provide a warm taste to your mug cake. Also, you may utilize pumpkin spice mix as an alternative.
VANILLA EXTRACT:
- We use vanilla extract to enhance the flavor and aroma of your mug cake.
OIL:
- Oil helps to make your mug cake moist.
SALT:
- We use salt to maintain the sweet flavor in your mug cake. Also, it improves the cake flavor.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, we will take a microwave-safe mug.
- Now we will include all dry components to the mug and combine them.
- Then we will add vanilla extract, oil, milk, and pumpkin puree to the mug.
- You will stir the batter smoothly so that no lumps are left behind in your cup.
- Now microwave the cup for two minutes and check if it is set.
- Lastly, place your cake aside to cool and then serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
TOPPINGS:
- Powdered sugar
- Vegan whipped cream
- Caramel drizzle
- Chopped almonds
- Walnuts
- Granola
CHOCOLATE:
- Vegan chocolate chips
- Vegan chocolate sauce
FRUITS:
- Banana slices
- Berries
TIPS:
- We should not mix the mug cake batter too much.
- First, you should start with one minute microwave time and then increase the time if you need to.
- You should use a large mug so your batter does not overflow.
- We should cool the mug cake before serving.
- You may add nuts or vegan chocolate chips to increase the flavor of your mug cake.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- You may store your mug cake for one day.
FREEZER:
- Freezing your mug cake is not really preferred.
FAQs:
Should I reduce sugar in my mug cake?
- Yes, you may reduce sugar, but the cake will not remain as sweet.
Why do I feel my cake is dry?
- If you cook your cake for extra time, it becomes dry.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Fiber: 4 grams
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 8 grams
Number of calories: 220 kcal
Total carbs: 32 g
Iron: 1.5 g
Calcium: 80 grams
Sodium: 180 g
Potassium: 220 grams
Vitamin A: 5000 IU
Net carbs: 28 grams
