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    BeeyondCereal » Recipes » Microwave Recipes

    Blueberry Muffin in a Mug

    Modified: Oct 18, 2023 Published: May 12, 2020 by Nicole Durham This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    4.75 from 4 votes

    Satisfying your cravings with a delectable blueberry muffin in a mug is a breeze. This quick, single-serving delight captures the essence of a blueberry muffin—moist, flavorful, and brimming with fresh blueberries.

    Recipe: $1.17 | Per Serving: $1.17 | Servings: 1

    blueberry mug muffin with a forkful removed.

    This blueberry mug cake recipe is a delightful combination of freshness and moisture, with its plump blueberries and vanilla cake batter. It's the perfect treat for one.

    Having tried countless blueberry mug muffin recipes, I can confidently say that this is the ultimate one-person muffin in a mug recipe.

    If you're seeking a treat that's sweet but not overly so, with a touch of tanginess and a light, fluffy texture, give it a try today.

    For more microwave mug recipes, be sure to check out my Rice Krispie Treat in a Mug, Peanut Butter Banana Mug Cake, Pancakes in a Mug, Lemon Mug Cake, and Vegan Mug Brownie.

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    • 🍯 Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🔪 Instructions for Blueberry Muffin in a Mug
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • ❤️ More Delicious Snack Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍯 Why This Recipe Works

    1. It's cheap. Made for just a few cents, this is a very affordable and frugal recipe perfect for any tight budget (just like our Cake Mix Mug Cakes and Microwave Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes).
    2. It's fast. You won't need much time to make this recipe, and the steps are simple too! You'll come back to this mug muffin over and over again.
    3. It's a perfect serving size. If you only want one muffin, why make a dozen or more? This recipe is perfect for a single serving treat, but if you need a few extra muffins, check out my Small Batch Blueberry Muffins.

    🥘 Ingredients

    labeled ingredients needed to make blueberry muffin in a mug.

    Ingredient Notes:

    Flour- You will need some all purpose flour for the gluten structure and base of this recipe.

    Fresh blueberries- You will need some fresh or frozen blueberries to scatter throughout the muffin. If you still have blueberries, try our Blueberry Bagel Bread Pudding.

    Coconut Oil- To give the cake some necessary fats, use coconut oil (butter or shortening will work fine too).

    Baking powder- To help the mug cake rise as it bakes, you'll need some baking powder.

    For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

    📖 Variations

    Ingredient Substitution: You can substitute melted butter (if salted, omit additional salt) or canola oil for coconut oil in this recipe. Each option alters the flavor slightly, but avoid using olive oil as it significantly changes the taste.

    Enhancing Flavor: For a richer taste and texture, consider adding a tablespoon of cheesecake dry pudding mix from a boxed pudding. Additionally, incorporating a few white chocolate chips can further enhance the flavor profile.

    🔪 Instructions for Blueberry Muffin in a Mug

    sugar flour baking powder and salt in a mug with blueberries around it.

    Step 1: In a coffee mug, add your flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

    mixed dry ingredients in a mug with blueberries around it.

    Step 2: Mix together to combine.

    coconut oil in a bowl with blueberries around it.

    Step 3: Add your coconut oil to a separate container.

    melted coconut oil in a bowl with blueberries around it.

    Step 4: Melt in the microwave for 30 seconds.

    wet ingredients in a bowl with blueberries around it.

    Step 5: Mix in the milk and vanilla.

    muffin batter in a mug with blueberries around it.

    Step 6: Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix well to combine.

    blueberries on top of a mug full of muffin batter.

    Step 7: Add in the fresh blueberries.

    blueberry muffin batter in a mug with blueberries around it.

    Step 8: Stir gently to combine.

    Step 9: Microwave for 1min 30 seconds to 2 minutes until cooked through. I find that 1 min 45 seconds is the sweet spot for my microwave.

    blueberries on a mug full of blueberry muffin.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    1. Cooking Tip- Upon completion of the cooking cycle, you may notice a slightly wet area at the top center of the mug muffin. While it may appear undercooked, this "wet spot" is normal and indicates that the cake is cooked just right.
    2. Don't Reheat- Avoid the temptation to reheat the mug muffin for a longer duration to eliminate the wet spot, as this can result in a rubbery texture. Instead, allow the mug to sit for a few seconds after microwaving, and the wet spot will disappear on its own.
    3. Doneness Check- To ensure thorough cooking, pierce the muffin with a fork to check the inside. This method provides the most accurate indication of doneness.

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    Can I use nondairy milk?

    Yes, you can use nondairy milk in the microwave blueberry muffin. If you want to use almond milk or some other noncow milk then go for it. By using nondairy milk you could make this mug muffin dairy free and vegan-friendly.

    Can I use a different berry?

    Absolutely! This mug muffin recipe would taste incredible with quartered strawberries or raspberries. Add them in place of the blueberries, (or do a mix of berries).

    Why did my berries sink to the bottom of my mug muffin?

    If you wait too long after adding the berries, you'll notice gravity pulling them down in your cup. This is a big reason for adding them as the last step before microwaving the cup so that they can't sink while cooking.

    a forkful of blueberry muffin resting on a mug of blueberry muffin.

    ❤️ More Delicious Snack Recipes

    • Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries.
      Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries Dipped in Chocolate
    • 4 apple donuts on a white plate.
      No Bake Apple Donuts
    • decorated honey bee cupcakes.
      Honey Bee Cupcakes
    • Lemon Mug Cake.
      Lemon Mug Cake (With Lemon Curd!)

    If you tried this Blueberry Muffin in a Mug, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and share your feedback in the 📝 comments section below. I would truly appreciate it!

    📖 Recipe

    a mug of blueberry muffin with a forkful removed and with blueberries around it.
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    4.75 from 4 votes

    Blueberry Muffin in a Mug

    A tasty one person snack or treat isn't far away with this blueberry muffin in a mug. It's a fast coffee cup full of deliciousness and tastes exactly like a blueberry muffin. Moist, flavorful, and bursting with fresh blueberries, what can be better?
    Prep Time 3 minutes mins
    Cook Time 2 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Servings: 1 person
    Calories: 456kcal
    Cost Recipe $1.17
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    Equipment

    • Coffee Mug (14oz)
    • Microwave
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    Ingredients

    • 4 Tablespoons all purpose flour ($0.33)
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder ($0.01)
    • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar ($0.05)
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt ($0.01)
    • 2 Tablespoons coconut oil ($0.36)
    • 3 Tablespoons milk ($0.04)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ($0.03)
    • 2 Tablespoons blueberries (about 15 berries) ($0.34)
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    Instructions

    • In your coffee mug mix together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
    • In a separate container, melt the coconut oil in the microwave for about 30 seconds. Mix with the milk and vanilla.
    • Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix well.
    • Gently add in the blueberries and stir together.
    • Microwave mug for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes until cooked through and there's a wet spot on the top.

    Notes

    Don't be alarmed if the top center of the mug muffin looks slightly wet when it finishes cooking. This is normal and indicates that it's cooked properly. Overcooking can result in a rubbery and chewy texture.
    After removing the mug from the microwave, the wet spot should disappear within seconds. To ensure it's cooked through, you can use a fork to check the inside.
    Add the blueberries as the last step before microwaving the mug muffin to prevent them from sinking during cooking.
    For a richer taste and texture, consider adding a tablespoon of dry cheesecake pudding mix (from a boxed pudding) or a few white chocolate chips to the batter.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 456kcal | Carbohydrates: 50.2g | Protein: 3.2g | Fat: 27.3g | Saturated Fat: 22.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.7g | Sodium: 293.8mg | Potassium: 286.5mg | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 25.2g | Calcium: 113.7mg | Iron: 1.7mg
    Author Nicole Durham
    Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegetarian
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    Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used. To view how this recipe was calculated you can visit my Pricing Disclosure Page for more information.

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