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Carrot Cake in a Mug

Delicious Carrot Cake in a Mug Ready in Under 2 Minutes

Quick and easy Carrot Cake in a Mug for a speedy dessert fix that satisfies your sweet craving.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 1 mug
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar as an alternative
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons milk or almond milk for dairy-free
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon add nutmeg and ginger for extra flavor
  • 2 tablespoons shredded carrots finely shredded for moisture

Equipment

  • microwave-safe mug
  • Grater
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 20–30 seconds until just melted.
  2. Finely shred fresh carrots, about 2 tablespoons.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and milk.
  4. Sift in flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon; fold until combined.
  5. Fold in the shredded carrots until evenly distributed.
  6. Microwave in a mug for 1 minute and 15 seconds, checking at 1 minute.
  7. Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Top with whipped cream or cream cheese glaze for extra indulgence. Customize with nuts or protein powder if desired.

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