Pumpkin Mug Cake with Chocolate Chips and Spiced Toppings Recipe
This quick and easy Pumpkin Mug Cake is a perfect single-serving dessert for when you want something sweet and comforting in just minutes. Made with pumpkin puree, warm spices, and melty chocolate chips, it’s moist, flavorful, and ready in under five minutes using your microwave. Enjoy it topped with your favorite cool whip, ice cream, Greek yogurt, or a drizzle of cream for a cozy treat anytime.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp. pumpkin puree
- 1 egg
- 2 Tbsp. whole milk
- 2 Tbsp. coconut sugar
- 1 tsp. oil (melted coconut oil recommended)
- 1/4 cup gluten free 1-to-1 baking flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp. baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 Tbsp. chocolate chips (plus more for sprinkling, optional)
Toppings (Optional)
- Cool whip
- Vanilla ice cream
- Greek yogurt
- Drizzle of heavy cream, half-and-half, or seasonal coffee creamer
Instructions
- Prepare the mug: Lightly grease a coffee mug or ramekin to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, egg, whole milk, coconut sugar, and melted coconut oil into the mug. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in gluten free baking flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to form a thick batter. Then fold in 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips, reserving some to sprinkle on top if you like.
- Microwave cooking: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 90 seconds. Keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking, which can make the cake chewy. Adjust the time slightly based on your microwave’s power.
- Add toppings and serve: Once cooked, top your pumpkin mug cake with cool whip, vanilla ice cream, Greek yogurt, or a drizzle of cream or coffee creamer for an indulgent finish. Enjoy warm directly from the mug.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary depending on your microwave’s wattage—start with 90 seconds and adjust as needed.
- Use gluten free 1-to-1 baking flour for a gluten-free option or regular all-purpose flour otherwise.
- For extra moistness, try using half-and-half or cream instead of whole milk.
- Feel free to substitute coconut sugar with brown sugar or regular granulated sugar if preferred.
- Adding extra chocolate chips on top before microwaving creates a melty, gooey chocolate layer.
- This recipe serves one, making it perfect for a quick solo dessert or snack.
