Prep Time::5 mins
Cook Time::2 mins
Additional Time::5 mins
Total Time::12 mins
Servings::2
Yield::2 servings
Ingredients
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1 medium very ripe banana
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
1 tablespoon milk
⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup chopped walnuts (Optional)
2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips (Optional)
6 slices banana
1 tablespoon white sugar, or to taste
Directions
Combine ripe banana, brown sugar, white sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, melted butter, milk, and vanilla in a mixing bowl; use a potato masher to mash the mixture into a smooth puree. Add flour and mix until just combined. Stir in walnuts and chocolate chips until evenly mixed.
Transfer batter evenly into two lightly buttered coffee mugs or cups. Tap a few times on a towel to settle everything down and ensure there are no air pockets.
Microwave cups, one at a time, until a toothpick comes out clean, about 1 minute.
Let cool before serving.
Optional: Garnish each with banana slices and dust with sugar. Brulee the tops with a blowtorch.
Chef John Recipe Tips
You can add a splash of rum to this cake if you like.
You might have to experiment with cook times depending on your microwave.