Description

This quick and easy Chocolate Mug Cake is the perfect single-serving dessert to satisfy your chocolate cravings in just minutes. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and milk, it comes together effortlessly in a microwave-safe mug and cooks quickly in the microwave. Enjoy it warm and gooey straight from the mug or top with your favorite ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional

1 tablespoon chocolate chips

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Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, mix together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt thoroughly.
Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the mug with the dry ingredients. Stir well until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
Optional Chocolate Chips: If desired, fold in the chocolate chips to add extra richness and texture to your mug cake.
Microwave Cooking: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 1 minute to 1 minute and 20 seconds. The cake should rise and set in the center but still be moist.
Cool and Serve: Let the mug cake cool for a minute before eating. Serve directly in the mug plain or with a topping like whipped cream or ice cream for added indulgence.

Notes

Microwave cooking times may vary based on your appliance’s wattage; start with 1 minute and add additional time in 10-second intervals if needed.
Use a large microwave-safe mug to prevent overflow during cooking.
For a richer flavor, substitute milk with buttermilk or use a flavored milk like almond or oat.
Try adding a pinch of instant espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
The cake is best eaten fresh but can be stored covered in the fridge for 1 day; reheat briefly before serving.

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute 20 seconds
Category: Dessert
Method: Microwaving
Cuisine: American