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This sweetpotato mug cake is ready in minutes and is a great single-serving dessert or snack. Made with a handful of healthy ingredients you probably have on hand, this microwavable mug cake is also gluten free and vegan.

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Raise your hand if you’re always looking for quick and easy snacks! Specifically, a quick microwavable dessert in a mug.

Seriously, this sweetpotato mug cake is my absolute favorite thing right now. A secret of motherhood after the kids go to bed.

A healthy mug cake in the microwave is the best way to end the day.

Microwave it as you’re cleaning up the kitchen or loading the dishwasher.

And it’s naturally just 1-2 servings!

You know that feeling if you make a big dessert and feel compelled to eat it all? You may be more likely to overeat until you feel uncomfortable just to finish it.

Or, you make a large amount and most of it goes to waste.

That’s why I’m such a fan of the single-serving microwavable desserts in a mug. They really are such a pleasure.

This sweetpotato mug cake is vegan and gluten-free, and is easily personalized to different dietary preferences.

Why Sarah Loves this Recipe

“Anytime I can have something ready to enjoy in minutes is key for me as a busy mom. Not only is this microwavable dessert in a mug tasty and enjoyable it’s so easy and ready in minutes and there’s no clean up necessary!”

Or, if you’re a breastfeeding mom relying on one-handed snacks for nursing, a sweetpotato cake in a mug is a great dessert to eat with one hand.

Why We Love Sweetpotato Mug Cake

• Ready in 2 minutes – Mug cakes typically take only a few minutes to prepare and cook (no oven needed!), making them an excellent choice for a quick dessert or snack. If you already have a sweetpotato cooked, then it’s just 2 minutes to microwave this dessert in a mug.
• Great for a single serving -You know that feeling when you just want something sweet?! But you don’t want to make a whole dessert recipe that you’ll overeat or even waste? That’s where this gluten free microwave mug cake comes into play for a single serving sweet treat.
• No major cleanup necessary – Since it’s contained to a small coffee mug or mugs, your cleanup is minimal.
• Great way to use leftover sweetpotatoes – Do you ever cook a bunch of sweetpotatoes at once? I often do for meal prep, and this is a great way to use the leftover sweetpotato mash!
• Vegan and gluten-free – This vegan microwave mug cake fits nearly any dietary lifestyle. It’s also gluten-free since the base is made with sweetpotato and oat flour!
• Kid friendly – While I love enjoying this on my own, it is absolutely kid-friendly and in our house, is a staple after school kid snacks!

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this healthy mug cake in the microwave.

• oat flour – you can grind up oats in a high speed blender to make your own or buy pre-ground oat flour. Use certified gluten-free oats if needbe. White whole wheat flour is my favorite alternative!
• peanut butter – Almond butter or any other nut/seed butter also works! I love this drippy peanut butter.
• maple syrup – You can also use honey (not vegan), coconut sugar or brown sugar.
• mashed sweetpotato
• almond milk – I prefer a light almond milk, but cashew milk, soy milk, or even dairy milk can work.
• vanilla extract
• baking powder – This small but mighty ingredient helps the mug cake rise.
• mini chocolate chips, optional – Enjoy life are vegan if you’re looking for a vegan microwave mug cake.
• pinch of salt – adds so much flavor!
• microwave-safe mug or ramekin

Fun Ideas For a Twist

• For a chocolate sweetpotato mug cake, try adding 1/2 Tbsp of cocoa powder. It tastes like a mini chocolate sweetpotato cake!
• To add more protein, throw a scoop of your favorite protein powder in!
• If you want some nutrient-dense additions for kids, add a tsp of flax seeds or chia seeds.

Note that I haven’t tried this recipe with alternate flours, like coconut flour or almond flour. Coconut flour is more dense so it may not work as a 1-1 replacement.

How to Make Microwaveable Sweetpotato Mug Cake

This recipe is so simple – you won’t believe it.

Just mix all of your ingredients in one bowl, and then transfer to a greased mug or ramekin.

Microwave for up to 90 seconds!

Make sure to allow a few minutes to cool, and then top with your favorite toppings or pairings.

Questions and Tips

• How long do you microwave a mug cake? This sweetpotato mug cake is ready in about 75-90 seconds, depending on how soft you like it.
• What should I change if my mug cake was too hard? If you want your sweetpotato mug cake to be softer, microwave for less time. Every microwave is different, so you may need to play around with the time in 10-second increments.
• Can I substitute honey for maple syrup? Yes, you can use honey in this sweetpotato cake, but it will not be vegan.

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Yield: 1 serving

Microwave Sweetpotato Mug Cake

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This sweetpotato mug cake is ready in minutes and is a great single-serving dessert or snack. Made with a handful of healthy ingredients you probably have on hand, this microwavable mug cake is also gluten free and vegan.

Prep Time 1 minute

Cook Time 1 minute

Additional Time 2 minutes

Total Time 4 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 Tablespoon oat flour
• 1.5 Tbsp peanut butter
• 2 teaspoons of maple syrup
• ¼ cup mashed sweetpotato
• 2 Tablespoons almond milk
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1 Tbsp mini chocolate chips, optional

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients in bowl and transfer to a greased mug or ramekin.
2. Microwave for 75-90 seconds each. Microwave strength varies, so adjust accordingly. If you like your cake softer,cook for less time. Allow to cool for 3-5 minutes before eating.
3. Enjoy – pair with ice cream, yogurt, more chocolate chips, fruit, etc.
   
   

Notes

This is a great use for leftover mashed sweetpotatoes!

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 311Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 515mgCarbohydrates: 40gFiber: 4gSugar: 14gProtein: 9g

*Note - this nutrition info is based on the recipe before adding chocolate chips.

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