Chocolate Mug Cake
This Chocolate Mug Cake is rich, fudgy, and ready in just minutes! Made in the microwave with pantry staples, it’s the ultimate single-serving dessert when your chocolate cravings hit—no oven required.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp chocolate chips (optional, for gooey pockets)
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Microwave: Cook on high for 60–90 seconds, until the cake has risen and is just set in the center. (Do not overcook—it will continue to cook as it rests.)
- Cool slightly & enjoy: Let sit for 1–2 minutes before digging in. Add whipped cream, ice cream, or extra chocolate drizzle if desired.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on microwave wattage. Start with 60 seconds and add more if needed.
- For a richer cake, use brown sugar instead of white.
- Make it dairy-free with almond/oat milk and coconut oil.
- Best eaten fresh—mug cakes dry out if stored.
Find it online: https://yumfamilyrecipes.com/chocolate-mug-cake/
