You have a brown banana and don’t feel like eating it….and know that it might not even be good the next day. What do you do? Well, I freeze mine AND I make ‘Banana Mug Cakes’!
My son isn’t a fan of ripe bananas. If there is even one brown spot, he’ll pass on it. He’s more of a green tipped banana kind of guy and my hubby loves the brown spots so we’re good in this household with all varieties. When it gets pretty brown though, I have to make decisions — so into the freezer they go. I have a few recipes in the wings using frozen bananas so stay tuned!
…..Onto the mug cakes…..
It’s fun to be able to mix, cook and eat – all in the same dish….or mug, right? I made these in mason jars but I also tested them in mugs, ramekins and mini bakers. I’m happy to report that they worked in all devices!
I topped these with a yummy “drizzle”, if you will. My hubby compared it to a caramel sauce so I’ll go with it. I was fine with eating the mug cake without a topping but if you are needing a little sweet fix, the drizzle on top tastes absolutely amazing!
Have fun! And don’t forget to toss a few in the freezer for upcoming recipes 
- 1/2 ripe banana
- 3 tbsp almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 - 2 tbsp chopped walnuts (optional)
- chopped walnuts to top off (optional)
- 1 tbsp cashew butter
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ghee
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- Mash banana separately until it's creamy.
- In a mug or small microwave safe bowl, mix all ingredients, along with banana...making sure all is combined well.
- Place in microwave and cook for 2 1/2 minutes.
- Top with sauce and additional walnuts, if using.
- In a ramekin or small bowl, combine all ingredients.
- Warm in microwave for 10-15 seconds to "soften" (melt) ingredients and create a sauce to drizzle.
- Use the whole banana and make Mug Cakes for 2! And obviously the sauce can be doubled or ....more, for other recipes/needs.
Sounds yummy, I’m going to try this. Do you think I can use coconut flour instead of almond though?
Hi Lejla!
Did you get my reply via email? Just want to make sure. I had someone else comment on instagram that they used coconut flour and it turned out good! So wanted to check in with you. Let me know
Can these be baked in the oven?
I’m sure they can! Just use oven safe mugs or ramekins. And I would bake for 7-10 min, depending on how deep your baking utensil is. Start out on lower end of baking time & check ….and keep in for 1 min at a time.