1-Minute Cinnamon Coffee Cake in a Mug (Low-Cal & Vegan Option)

Created on July 26th, 2025 at 08:43 pm

Coffee Cake Mug Treat

A warm, crumbly coffee cake straight from the microwave? Yes, please! This cozy single-serve treat is ready in just 1 minute—and won’t wreck your day’s calories either 💛

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⏱️ Time Breakdown:

• Prep Time: 4 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 minute
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Servings: 1 mug cake

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📝 Ingredients List:

For the Mug Cake:

• 3 tbsp flour (spelt, white, oat, or almond)
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/16 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar or pinch of uncut stevia
• 1 tbsp + 2 tsp water (or 1 egg/flax egg if using almond flour)
• 2 tsp oil or buttery spread (or applesauce for lower fat)
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

For the Streusel Topping:
(Double if you love extra streusel!)

• 1/8 tsp cinnamon
• 1 1/4 tsp brown sugar, sucanat, or keto sweetener
• 1/2 tsp oil or butter (or applesauce)
• Tiny pinch of salt
• 2 pecan or walnut halves, crumbled

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👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients for the cake.
2. Add the wet ingredients and stir until just combined—don’t overmix!
3. In a separate bowl, mix all streusel ingredients until crumbly.
4. Lightly grease a microwave-safe mug or ramekin.
5. Fill it halfway with the batter. Sprinkle two-thirds of the streusel on top.
6. Add the remaining batter, then finish with the rest of the streusel.
7. Microwave for about 1 minute (depending on your microwave’s power 💡).
8. Let cool slightly and enjoy plain, or top with powdered sugar glaze or almond milk ice cream 🍦

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💡 Pro Tips Section:

• Make it Keto: Use almond flour + keto-friendly sweetener + flax egg.
• Add a Coffee Kick: Stir in a pinch of instant coffee for flavor depth.
• Storage: Best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be covered and kept for 1 day.
• Serving Idea: Pair with a hot cup of whipped coffee or a homemade Frappuccino!

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📊 Nutrition Info Table + Disclaimer:

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 mug cake	150	3g	20g	5g	2g	6g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.