Pineapple Upside Down Mug Cake
A quick and cozy twist on a classic dessert! This Pineapple Upside-Down Mug Cake is made with sweet pineapple, a brown sugar glaze, and soft vanilla cake—all ready in minutes in the microwave or oven. Perfect for a single-serving treat!
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Ingredients
Topping
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 pineapple ring (or chopped pineapple)
- 1 maraschino cherry (optional)
Cake
- 4 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or white granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons almond milk or dairy milk
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Topping
- In a microwave-safe mug, melt the butter and brown sugar (about 10 seconds).
- Place the pineapple ring (or chunks) on top, and add a cherry in the center if using.
Make the Cake Batter
- In a small bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
Assemble & Microwave
- Pour the cake batter over the pineapple topping.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute 15 seconds to 1 minute 30 seconds, or until the cake is set. (Microwave times may vary.)
Cool & Serve
- Let the mug cake sit for 1-2 minutes.
- To serve upside-down, run a knife around the edges, place a plate over the mug, and flip it out carefully.
Notes
Makes 1 serving
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 519kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 4gFat: 26gFiber: 2gNet Carbs: 68g
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.
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