Description
Indulge in a decadent treat with this quick and easy Chocolate Mug Cake recipe. In just a few minutes, you can whip up a moist and rich single-serving cake right in your microwave. Perfect for satisfying those sudden sweet cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional:
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug: Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Stir in: Milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until a smooth batter forms.
- Fold in: Chocolate chips if using.
- Microwave: Cook on high for 70–90 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is just set in the center. Do not overcook.
- Cool: Allow to cool for 1–2 minutes before eating, as it will be very hot.
- Serve: Enjoy straight from the mug or top with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh berries.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave’s wattage—start checking at 70 seconds.
- For a richer flavor, use brewed coffee instead of milk.
- You can also add a tablespoon of peanut butter or Nutella in the center before cooking for a gooey surprise.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1–2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
