Apple Pie Mug Cake

Apple Pie Mug Cake

microwave apple cake

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 3m
Cook Time: 3m
Total Time: 6m
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (22 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

526
calories
24.8g
fat
70g
carbohydrates
7.1g
protein
66mg
cholesterol
203mg
sodium
Apple Pie Mug Cake

Recipe Description

Love apple pie but don’t have the time to make it? I’ve got your back. Enter this amazing Apple Pie Mug Cake recipe! It’s super fast and easy and requires only a handful of pantry staple ingredients. This delicious mug cake tastes like the real thing and makes for a perfect pick-me-up treat. Enjoy it warm, right out of the microwave, with a dollop of whipped cream if you wish.

You can whip this apple mug cake in 6 minutes tops. To start off this recipe, whisk together your dry ingredients. Then whisk in the wet ingredients until the batter is smooth. Add a few tablespoons of the prepared batter to each of the two 14-oz microwave-safe mugs. I find those with straight sides work best. Sprinkle the top with cinnamon sugar and add a scoop of the apple pie filling. Alternate layers until all the ingredients are used, ending with a little more cinnamon sugar. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes for both mugs together, then let them cool for a few minutes before eating. This microwave apple cake recipe makes two single-serve mugs so you can share them with a friend.  

To make the Apple Pie Mug Cake, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Apple Pie Mug Cake

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Combine dry ingredients

    1 min
    Step 1 - Apple Pie Mug Cake

    In a small bowl, whisk together ¾ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup sugar, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon.

  2. 2

    Add in wet ingredients

    1 min
    Step 2 - Apple Pie Mug Cake

    Add in ½ cup milk, 4 tablespoons melted and cooled butter, and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, mixing well in between adding each ingredient.

  3. 3

    Start assembling

    1 min
    Step 3 - Apple Pie Mug Cake

    Add several spoonfuls of the prepared batter to each of two 14-oz microwave-safe mugs.

  4. 4

    Add apple pie filling and cinnamon sugar

    1 min
    Step 4 - Apple Pie Mug Cake

    Sprinkle the top with a little cinnamon sugar and add a scoop of apple pie filling.

  5. 5

    Alternate layers

    Step 5 - Apple Pie Mug Cake

    Alternate layers until all the ingredients are used, ending with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.

  6. 6

    Microwave

    3 min
    Step 6 - Apple Pie Mug Cake

    Place both mugs in the microwave and cook on high for 2-3 minutes. Alternatively, microwave 1 mug at a time for 1 ½ - 2 minutes. Remove and let cool for a couple of minutes.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Apple Pie Mug Cake

    Serve these apple pie mug cakes warm with a dollop of whipped cream, if you wish, and enjoy!

This Apple Pie Mug Cake recipe is so easy, fast, and delicious! It comes together in 6 minutes tops and makes for a perfect pick-me-up treat when you are craving fall flavors. If you make this recipe, share a picture with us @cookmerecipes on Instagram — and don't forget to tell us what you think!

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (22 reviews)
Tina90
April 25, 2025
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So easy, delicious! My friends loved the cake at our movie night. Can't believe it's just a mug cake, so quick for busy days!

Frank Johnson
March 15, 2025
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Tried this with my kids after school. They loved it! So simple and delicious, it brought back sweet memories of family time. Thanks!

Yvonne
January 20, 2025
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Superb

Perry
January 15, 2025
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best cake ever!

Uli
September 22, 2024
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This Apple Pie Mug Cake is a game-changer, mate! Whipped it up in a jiffy when the missus wanted something sweet. It was ace, proper warm and delicious. Can't believe how easy it was! Top-notch recipe!

Ursula
July 3, 2024
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This mug cake is just brill! Took me less than 6 mins to whip up, and it reminded me of my gran's apple pie. The cinnamon sugar on top gave it that extra oomph. Perfect treat after a busy day, I had mine with a bit of cream. Def gonna make this again soon.

Daisy
June 21, 2024
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Super quick treat! I made this mug cake after a long day at work. It's so easy, and it tasted just like my grandma's apple pie! I topped it with whipped cream and felt so proud eating it! Definitely a keeper!

Megan
June 6, 2024
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This Apple Pie Mug Cake is the bomb! Made it last night when the kids wanted a sweet treat after dinner. It's easy peasy and tastes amaze. Definitely gonna make it again for family movie night.

Jenna
May 19, 2024
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So simple, love it!

Patricia Morgan
January 26, 2024
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Superb apple treat!

James Thompson
January 20, 2024
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Amazing! I was craving apple pie but had no time. This mug cake hit the spot! It reminded me of my grandma's kitchen, smelling of cinnamon. I added a scoop of whipped cream, and it was just perfect. Highly recommend for a quick, tasty treat!

Bree
December 28, 2023
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Okay, so I made this Apple Pie Mug Cake when we had a surprise visitor last week. I legit had everything on hand. Whipped it up in 6 mins and it was a total hit! Tasted just like mom’s pie, no one could believe it was so easy. I’m totally making this again.

Sarah
October 27, 2023
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So yummy, quick!

Will
August 27, 2023
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This Apple Pie Mug Cake is legit! Whipped it up for the fam, and they loved it. Super easy and delish!

Nick
August 21, 2023
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Delicious, quick treat!

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