Vegan Pumpkin Mug Cake

This easy pumpkin spice mug cake isn't just a simple, delicious treat. It's a moment for mindfulness, a ritual that invites you to slow down and savor the present moment.

Prep Time: 3

Cook Time: 2

Total Time: 5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Universal

Servings: serving

Author: Julie Gaeta

Ingredients

4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar I use brown sugar, but you can use cane or coconut sugar
½ teaspoon pumpkin spice mix homemade pumpkin spice mix recipe in Notes
Pinch of sea salt
3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
½ tablespoon maple syrup or 1 tablespoon if you prefer it sweeter
2 teaspoons oil you can use canola oil, coconut oil, or avocado oil. See Notes for oil-free
2 tablespoons non-dairy milk oat milk, almond, cashew, soy milk, etc.
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Add Dry Ingredients: In a lightly oiled mug or ramekin, add all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, pumpkin spice mix, and a pinch of salt. Whisk with a fork until combined.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, oil, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract to the mug. Mix until smooth.
Cook in Microwave: Microwave your mug for 90 seconds. If needed, add additional time in 10–20 second intervals until the cake texture is done to your liking, just make sure not to overcook. It might look slightly undercooked on top, but that's okay. As it cools down, it'll continue to cook.
Let Sit & Add Optional Toppings: Before serving, let it sit for 5 minutes or so (it's worth the wait!), then top with any optional toppings: A sprinkle of powdered sugar, vegan cream cheese frosting, mini vegan chocolate chips, or chopped walnuts.

Notes

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix: Mix together 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, and ½ teaspoon ground cloves. Store in an airtight container in your pantry or spice cupboard for later.
Oil-Free: Swap oil with applesauce

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