Buttery Apple Spice Cake (Print-Friendly Version)

A quick, cozy dessert featuring buttery apple slices and warm spice in minutes.

# Ingredients List:

→ Fruit

01 - 60-120 grams thinly sliced small apple

→ Dairy

02 - 45 grams salted butter
03 - 60 milliliters whole milk

→ Sweeteners & Spices

04 - 39 grams brown sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
06 - 5 milliliters vanilla extract

→ Baking

07 - 43 grams all-purpose flour
08 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

# Detailed Cooking Steps:

01 - Place half of the apple slices, 7 grams butter, 13 grams brown sugar, and 0.25 teaspoon apple pie spice into a microwave-safe mug. Microwave for 30 seconds to soften.
02 - Melt 28 grams butter in a small bowl using the microwave. Stir in 26 grams brown sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Incorporate flour, baking powder, and 0.25 teaspoon apple pie spice, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter over the softened apples in the mug.
03 - Arrange remaining apple slices atop the batter. Sprinkle with 13 grams brown sugar and 0.25 teaspoon apple pie spice, then dot with the remaining 7 grams butter.
04 - Microwave on high for 90 to 120 seconds, or until the cake is puffed and set.
05 - Optionally, drizzle with caramel sauce and garnish with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Microwave times vary; adjust accordingly. Browned butter enhances flavor. Optional caramel and ice cream provide richness.