Microwave Ginger Cake

Name: Microwave Ginger Cake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 12 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 2 teaspoons molasses; 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour; 2 tablespoons wheat germ; 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger; 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 0.125 teaspoon baking soda; 1 pinch salt; 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; 1.5 teaspoons water

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A yummy little treat for one (if you don't feel like sharing) prepared in the microwave. It's not very sweet on its own, but a little icing easily makes up for it!

Recipe by RosieRose

Published on June 19, 2020

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

2 mins

Total Time:

12 mins

Servings:

1

Yield:

1 serving

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 egg
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 teaspoons molasses
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons wheat germ
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt

Icing:

3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 ½ teaspoons water

Directions

Place butter in a microwave-safe mug. Heat in the microwave until melted, 10 to 20 seconds. Whisk in egg, brown sugar, white sugar, molasses, and vanilla extract.
Mix whole wheat flour, wheat germ, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt together in a small bowl. Add to the mug; stir well until combined.
Cook in the microwave in 40-second intervals until the top springs back when lightly pressed, about 1 minute 20 seconds.
Whisk confectioners' sugar and water together in a small bowl to make icing. Invert cake onto a serving plate and drizzle icing on top.

Cook's Note:

Substitute margarine for the butter if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

538	Calories
18g	Fat
84g	Carbs
13g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 538
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g	24%
Saturated Fat 9g	46%
Cholesterol 217mg	72%
Sodium 477mg	21%
Total Carbohydrate 84g	30%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 56g
Protein 13g
Vitamin C 0mg	1%
Calcium 90mg	7%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 526mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.