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Just a few minutes is all it takes to make this nutty, light, and moist almond flour mug cake. Baked in the microwave, it is the easiest single serving breakfast or dessert.
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Best Almond Flour Mug Cake
As a mom of two young children, I am always looking for ways to save time and energy while nourishing their growing bodies, as well as mine!
I don’t know where I’d be without this 2-minute oatmeal for babies that I can add all kinds of fruits and vegetables to. It’s one of the most popular recipes on my blog, so if you haven’t tried it, you MUST!
And now this strawberry almond flour mug cake. Here are some of the reasons you are going to find yourself making this recipe over and over again 😉
- Such an easy recipe – takes less than 5 minutes to make with just a handful of simple ingredients
- Made in the microwave so there’s no need to turn on the oven.
- Minimal clean up – all you need is a mug cup, measuring utensils, and a small whisk or spoon
- Soft, moist and SO delicious!
- The perfect single-serving dessert
- When you get that late night sweet treat craving while watching your favorite show, this moist cake in a cup is the answer!
- Kid-friendly! Can serve as a quick and easy:
And if craving another version, try this banana mug cake!
Or, when you have a little more time and want to bake something to share, this yogurt plum cake is a wonderful option—soft, lightly sweet, and a great way to use up ripe seasonal fruit. It’s just as simple and nourishing, and perfect for both kids and grown-ups.
Ingredients
- Almond flour – adds a lovely nutty flavor and tender texture.
- Melted butter – can also use melted coconut oil
- Unsweetened almond milk – can use any dairy or dairy-free milk of choice
- Strawberries – feel free to use any fruit of choice
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Melt butter.
- Add all the ingredients to the microwave-safe mug in the order listed in the recipe card below.
- Whisk the cake batter until combined.
- Stir in strawberries. Microwave for 1 minute and 50 seconds
Variations
Try the recipe as is the first time around. I truly believe you’re going to love it! Feel free to experiment the next time with other add-ins. Here are some suggestions!
- Chocolate almond flour mug cake: add chocolate chips and cocoa powder
- Carrot mug cake: add carrots and raisins
- Blueberry lemon mug cake: blueberries and lemon zest
- Tropical mug cake: mangoes, shredded coconut, and coconut milk
- Peanut butter mug cake: add about 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter. If nut-free, sunflower seed butter will work too.
All this to say, this is a great base recipe for all kinds of little mug cakes ;).
And when both of my kids are asleep, I like to make this quick dessert and top with some vanilla ice cream as a form of self-care. Hits the spot every time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Grab one that can hold at least 12 ounces of liquid. It can be short and wide as you see pictured here or small and tall (not tapered). If using the latter, you will probably need to cook for 10-15 seconds longer. Make sure it’s microwave-safe!
Follow the instructions exactly and place the oven-safe mug on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until set.
Eggs are essential when baking with almond flour so if you want to make it without the egg, use all purpose flour, oat flour, or 1:1 gluten free baking flour (like Bob’s Red Mill) instead. I do not recommend whole wheat flour as the cake will turn out dense.
Since it’s best to avoid added sugars until 2 years of age, you can substitute maple syrup with no added sugars, such as unsweetened apple sauce, mashed banana or date syrup, for your little one.
Did you make this recipe? Leave a rating below and let me know how you liked the recipe! Your feedback means so much to me!
Strawberry almond flour mug cake
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- 1 egg
- 1 Tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 Tablespoon almond milk (or other milk of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 5 tablespoons almond flour (40g)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2-3 strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Melt butter in microwave for about 20 seconds.
- In a small mug, add in order: egg, honey, almond milk, almond flour, baking powder, and melted butter. Whisk everything together until well incorporated.
- Carefully stir in strawberries
- Microwave for about 1 minute 50 seconds.
Notes
- To cook in the oven: Follow the instructions exactly and place the oven-safe mug on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until set.
- Eggs are essential when baking with almond flour so if you want to make it without the egg, use all purpose flour, oat flour, or 1:1 gluten free baking flour (like Bob’s Red Mill) instead.
- For babies – substitute maple syrup with no added sugars, such as unsweetened apple sauce, mashed banana or date syrup,
I love this mug cake idea! Raspberries sound wonderful. I hope I can make it soon!
I love mug cakes, they seem so personal, and easily adapted for everyone’s taste buds.
Love this idea of an almond & raspberry mug cake. I have made chocolate mug cakes in the past and loved them so I definitely need to recreate your version. Thanks for the idea!
Hehehe mugcakes are my go-to “dessert” for those days when my sweet tooth is scary and I’ve been granting its wishes. I think these cakes are great for that balance! Hey, at least make it semi healthy, right? 😉 And I hope you have so much fun with those recipes and get some good ol’ girl time in. It’s not always easy to do it but fellowship is so great for the soul. <33
You know, I have never made a mug cake before, but you have inspired me to give it a try 🙂 I think Malia will love it because she can mix it herself and be rewarded with a cake in 2 minutes!! Do you think I could substitute regular all purpose for the almond flour? I will have to see if I can find almond flour, I’ve been meaning to give it a try! I hope you start feeling better soon…hope Kona is giving you lots of extra love, somehow they know exactly what we need 🙂
Hi Maura! How are you? Yes, I never thought about it, but it’d be such a fun and delicious activity for the lil’ ones! Yes, you can! It’ll just lose that nutty essence. However, I wonder if you’d want to make it sweeter by adding more honey or other sweeteners of choice. I didn’t add as much in this case bc I wanted the nuttiness to shine through w/o being overpowered by sweetness. Mug cakes are great cuz you can personalize to your liking! Perhaps you can throw in some chocolate chip cookies or even coconut flakes!
Thanks, friend. I feel a bit better today. Kona sure knows me well. I’m so thankful for this black shadow that never leaves my side ;).
I can’t wait to make this! It looks so delicious! I’m thinking it’s going to be an after dinner dessert tonight 😉
Ooh! Can’t wait for you to try, Candace! Hope enjoy it as much as I 😉
I’ve recently gotten obsessed with mug cakes! They’re so easy and perfect for when a sweets craving hits at 9:00pm…. Can’t wait to try this beauty! Almond + raspberry are one of my favorite flavor combinations!
haha late night cravings are soooo irresistible, no? Evil, I tell ya. You’ll have to let me know how you like it ;). It’s one of my fav combo as well!
That mug cakes looks absolutely delicious. Unfortunately, I don’t own a microwave…I wonder if it’ll work in the toaster?
Hmm…I’m really not sure, Alanna. I’ve never tried it. I’m sure it can be done but you may have to play around with the cooking time. Sorry I’m not of much help…
Thank you Min. Have a fun day. Love your little puppy.
oh I love mug cakes! They are dangerously easy and delicious! I think you will love hazelnut flour as much as you love almond flour, Min! Thanks for the link back! Happy Labor Day and happy baking!
Haha! Dangerous is right ;). Hope you had an awesome weekend! I want your pumpkin choco chip cookies! Any chance you’ll be coming back to Texas? hehe. I can’t wait to bake with hazelnut flour!