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Caramelized Pineapple Mug Cake

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By The Recession Chef

A quick microwave mug cake with a caramelized pineapple topping. Ready in about 5–10 minutes and serves 1–2.

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Caramelized Pineapple Mug Cake

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp crushed pineapple or 1 pineapple ring
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1/2 tsp sugar, for greasing the mug
  • Butter, for greasing the mug

Instructions

  1. Grease the inside of a 10–12 oz mug with butter, then sprinkle in 1/2 tsp sugar and shake to coat.
  2. Add 1 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp brown sugar to the bottom of the mug. Microwave for 30 seconds.
  3. Remove the mug and mix the butter and brown sugar until it forms a thick paste.
  4. Add the crushed pineapple or pineapple ring to the mug over the caramel mixture.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
  6. Add the milk, neutral oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk just until smooth; do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter over the pineapple mixture. Do not stir. Gently level the batter by smoothing it or lightly shaking the mug.
  8. Microwave for 75 seconds, then leave the microwave door closed for 1–2 minutes to finish cooking with residual steam.
  9. Run a knife carefully around the inside edge of the mug to loosen the cake, then invert the mug onto a plate to release it.

Notes

Estimated time: 5–10 minutes Serves: 1–2