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Dubai Mug Cake Calories
Quick mug cake inspired by pistachio, kataifi pastry and chocolate
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Dubai Mug Cake (120 g) has 434 calories. That works out to 362 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.8 g of carbs, 8.5 g of protein, 21.8 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 56 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Dubai Mug Cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 120 g
434
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
51.8g
· 19% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
21.8g
· 28% DV
Fiber
3.4g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 8% · Fat 45%
Dubai Mug Cake nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 434 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.8 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 8.52 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51.8 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Dubai Mug Cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 434 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 30 g | 109 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 60 g | 217 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 75 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 362 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 434 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 180 g | 652 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 220 g | 796 kcal |
Calculated from 362 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dubai Mug Cake
What is Dubai mug cake?
Dubai mug cake is a single-serving chocolate cake inspired by Dubai chocolate. It pairs chocolate with pistachio and the buttery crunch of toasted kataifi pastry, usually made quickly in a mug.
How do you make Dubai mug cake?
Dubai mug cake is made by mixing a small cake batter in a microwave-safe mug and cooking it in the microwave. Add pistachio cream and toasted kataifi between layers or on top, preferably after cooking to keep the pastry crisp.
What goes into Dubai mug cake?
Dubai mug cake usually contains flour, cocoa, sugar, milk, oil, and a raising agent for the cake, plus chocolate, pistachio cream, and kataifi pastry for its signature filling. Recipes vary, so the amount of each ingredient depends on the mug and method.
Can you make Dubai mug cake without kataifi?
Yes, Dubai mug cake works without kataifi, but it loses the crunchy contrast associated with Dubai chocolate. Add chopped roasted pistachios for some texture, or leave the filling smooth and enjoy it as a chocolate-and-pistachio mug cake.
How do you keep the kataifi crunchy in Dubai mug cake?
Toast the kataifi separately in butter and add it after the Dubai mug cake has cooked. Mixing it into wet batter or leaving it against pistachio cream for too long softens the strands, so assemble the crunchy layer just before eating.
Can you make Dubai mug cake without pistachio cream?
Yes, you can make Dubai mug cake without pistachio cream. Pistachio butter or another nut butter can add richness, though the flavor will differ; if you use a thicker spread, loosen it slightly so it layers easily.
Why does Dubai mug cake turn out rubbery?
Dubai mug cake turns rubbery when it is overcooked or its batter is overmixed. Microwave power varies, so cook it in short bursts and stop when the center is just set; cooking it until completely dry makes the texture tougher.
Does Dubai mug cake taste like Dubai chocolate?
Dubai mug cake can taste similar to Dubai chocolate because it combines chocolate, pistachio, and kataifi. The cake itself is softer and less candy-like, while freshly toasted kataifi supplies the crisp contrast that makes the chocolate filling distinctive.
Can you make Dubai mug cake ahead of time?
You can prepare the Dubai mug cake batter and toast the kataifi ahead, but keep them separate. Assemble the cake shortly before serving, since kataifi loses its crunch when it sits in contact with moist cake or pistachio cream.
How should you store leftover Dubai mug cake?
Store leftover Dubai mug cake covered in the refrigerator and eat it soon; its texture is best fresh. The cake may firm up as it chills, and the kataifi will soften, so add a fresh crunchy topping after reheating if you have one.
Dubai Mug Cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Biotin
6.12µg · 20% DV
B12
0.46µg · 19% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.36mg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
206mg · 29% DV
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.46mg · 20% DV
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
226mg · 7% DV
Dubai Mug Cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dubai Mug Cake
To burn the 434 calories in 1 cup (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Dubai Mug Cake?
Dubai Mug Cake is a quick, single-cup cake inspired by Dubai chocolate: chocolate or cocoa paired with pistachio cream and crisp kataifi pastry. The name refers to the viral chocolate combination, rather than meaning that the cake necessarily comes from Dubai. It is commonly cooked in a microwave, making it an easy, small-batch dessert.
Expect a soft, moist crumb with creamy pistachio and little crunchy strands of pastry. It works as an after-dinner treat or a sweet coffee-break snack, whether you make it at home or find a café version. With chocolate, nuts and pastry in the mix, it is a fairly energy-dense dessert; the listed 18.2 g of fat per 100 g reflects that richness. A smaller cup or fresh fruit on the side can make for a lighter-feeling serving.
How Nutritious Is Dubai Mug Cake?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Dubai Mug Cake Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Dubai Mug Cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Dubai Mug Cake Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Dubai Mug Cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 37.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (37.8:1).
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