Coconut Key Lime Mug Cakes

Get a jump start on spring with the fresh flavors of coconut and key lime! These mug cakes are sweet with the perfect amount of citrusy tang. 

This post is sponsored by Amoretti. All opinions and ideas expressed are my own.

The end is near, at last! I’m talking about winter! In terms of snowfall, we have had it relatively easy. But it’s March in New England, and things can change in an instant. I’m looking forward to the start of spring and the long-lasting warmth and sunshine! 

These cute little microwave cakes are a touch of tropical spring in a cup. With flavors of coconut and key lime and a pale green color, eating them feels like an escape from the winter doldrums. They make me think of chirping birds, blue skies, and spring blooms. 

If you have never made mug cakes before, now is the time to try! These no-bake desserts are quick and easy. And with the help of Key Lime Marbleizing Swirl from Amoretti, they are super delicious to eat! The swirl comes ready to serve, but I discovered it also makes the most tasty mug cakes! This stuff is fruity and zesty and adds fantastic flavor to the cakes. Get this, it is made with real fruit, naturally sweetened, and preservative-free! There are so many reasons to like it! 

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Recipe highlights:

• Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
• Combine cream of coconut, coconut milk, and oil in a bowl.
• Add wet into the dry ingredients.
• Add Key Lime Marbleizing Swirl. Whisk to blend.
• Add green food coloring.
• Pour into well-prepared microwaveable mugs.
• Microwave 2 at a time for 3 to 3 1/2 minutes.
• To make the coconut glaze, bring coconut milk, sugar, and cornstarch to a boil. Stir constantly until slightly thickened.
• Drizzle glaze over cakes, warm or room temperature.
• Garnish with peanuts.

Helpful tips:

• To prevent sticking, grease the mugs well, especially at the bottom. Use either baking spray or oil and flour.
• Baking time may vary depending on the mug size used and the strength of your microwave. Finding the perfect baking time for your microwave might require trial and error. Use the toothpick test to check for doneness sooner rather than later. 
• The cake is done when a toothpick comes out with a few dry crumbs attached. If it is undercooked, microwave for a few more seconds.
• As a guide, two 10-ounce cups in my 1000W microwave oven cook in 3 1/2 minutes.
• Fill mugs no more than 2/3 full to prevent overflow.
• Place a paper plate under the cup while microwaving to catch any overflow.
• Once removed from the oven, mug cakes will continue to cook. Do not overcook to prevent dried-out cake.  

Can these mug cakes be made ahead?

It is best to make these cakes as you need them. If you are pressed for time, they can be made hours or a day ahead. However, be sure not to overcook. Carryover time will continue to cook the cakes while they sit in the mugs for an extended amount of time. Overcooked cakes will have a hard center. If this happens, reduce your cooking time the next time.

When and how to unmold the cakes?

Whether you are making ahead or consuming right away, wait 15 minutes after the cakes are removed from the microwave to unmold. Slide a thin knife down along the side of the mug to loosen the edges. Turn the mug upside-down onto a small plate and give it one firm shake.

If you plan to eat the cakes later, slide the mug back over them and turn them right side up. Keep the cakes stored in mugs as they cool to prevent them from drying out. This pre-unmolding will allow you to remove the cakes easily at a later time. Once cooled, cover with plastic wrap. 

How to prevent sticking while unmolding the cake?

Use a spray made specifically for baking, or grease and flour the mugs well. The bottom tends to stick. Prepping the mugs well ensures the cake is unmolded with ease.

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Coconut Key Lime Mug Cakes

Author: Thao | In Good Flavor Cooking Method:Microwave Cuisine:American Courses:Dessert Recipe Keys: N No-Bake

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 3 minutesRest time: 15 minutesTotal time: 23 minutesServings:4 Servings

Description

Get a jump start on spring with the fresh flavors of coconut and key lime! These mug cakes are sweet with the perfect amount of citrusy tang. 

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup sweetened cream of coconut (I use Goya)
• 1/4 cup canned coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons Amoretti Key Lime Marbleizing Swirl
• green food coloring
• salted roasted peanuts for garnish, chopped

For the glaze:

• 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Recommended supplies:

• 10-ounce mugs
• Mini wire whisk
• Baking spray

Instructions

1. Combine cream of coconut, coconut milk, and oil. 
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add wet to dry. Blend until just combined.
4. Stir in key lime marbleizing swirl.
5. Add enough green food coloring to obtain the desired color. I use less than 1/8 teaspoon. Blend well.
6. Spray four 10-ounce or larger mugs with baking spray or grease and flour well. 
7. Fill 2 mugs no more than 2/3 full with cake batter.
8. Place mugs in a paper plate-lined microwave oven.
9. Cook both for 3 to 4 minutes, depending on the strength of your microwave. 
10. Repeat for the remaining two cups.
11. Allow cakes to cool for 15 minutes prior to unmolding. 
12. To unmold, slide a thin knife around the edges and down to the bottom of the mug. Turn the cake upside-down onto a small plate. Give one quick shake to loosen.
13. To make the coconut glaze, combine all ingredients in a small pan. Cook on medium-high, stirring constantly until slightly thickened.
14. Cake can be eaten warm or at room temperature, drizzled with glaze. Garnish with peanuts.
15. Makes 4 servings.

Notes

• To gauge your cooking time, my two 10-ounce cups in my 1000W microwave oven cook in 3 1/2 minutes. One cup requires 1 minute 45 seconds.
• Unmold cakes after allowing them to cool for 15 minutes. 
• If serving at a later time, you still need to unmold after 15 minutes. Return cakes to mugs to cool completely. This allows them to unmold with ease when ready to serve, and keeping them in the mugs prevents the cake from drying out as it cools.
• Cover with plastic wrap once completely cooled.
• If serving hours or a day later, slightly undercook for about 10 seconds. Carryover cooking in hot mugs during the extended cooling period will continue to cook the cakes.

Keywords:Mug Cake, Microwave Mug Cake, Coconut, Key Lime, No-Bake

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