Description
Quick and simple banana bread emerges from your favorite mug, delivering comfort in mere minutes. Moist crumbs packed with sweet banana flavor invite you to savor a personal-sized treat without complicated baking steps.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) all-purpose flour
Sweeteners and Fats:
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) brown sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) melted butter or coconut oil
Additives and Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 grams) baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Select an overripe banana and place it in a microwave-safe mug, then thoroughly crush with a fork until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Pour melted butter or coconut oil into the mashed banana, stirring until the mixture becomes uniform and glossy.
- Crack a fresh egg directly into the mug and vigorously whisk all components until completely integrated and slightly frothy.
- Incorporate flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and a delicate pinch of salt into the wet ingredients, mixing carefully to create a uniform batter without overmixing.
- Optional: Gently fold chocolate chips or chopped walnuts into the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Microwave the mug on high power for 90-120 seconds, monitoring closely to prevent overcooking while ensuring the bread rises and sets completely.
- Remove mug from microwave using caution, allowing the banana bread to rest and cool for approximately one minute before serving; consider garnishing with a light sprinkle of sea salt for enhanced flavor complexity.
Notes
- Select extra-ripe bananas with dark brown or black spots for maximum sweetness and deeper banana flavor.
- Avoid overheating in the microwave to prevent rubbery texture; check at 30-second intervals for perfect doneness.
- Experiment with alternative flours like almond or gluten-free flour for dietary restrictions while maintaining similar moisture levels.
- Replace egg with mashed chia seeds or applesauce for vegan adaptations without compromising bread’s soft consistency.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg