A cozy 5-minute Banana Bread Mug Cake that’s soft, buttery, and full of real banana flavor — pure comfort in a cup!

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½ medium overripe banana, mashed (about ¼ cup)

1½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Pinch of fine sea salt

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

⅓ cup (42g) all-purpose flour

¼ teaspoon baking powder

Optional add-ins: 1 tablespoon chocolate chips or chopped walnuts

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1. Mash the banana in a mug until smooth.

2. Stir in melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.

3. Add flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Mix gently.

4. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.

5. Microwave for 60–90 seconds.

6. Cool slightly and enjoy.

Use a very ripe banana for natural sweetness.

Microwave times vary — check at 60 seconds first.