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Overhead view of a freshly baked Chocolate Mug Cake topped generously with melted chocolate chips.

Quick Chocolate Mug Cake


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 7 min
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fast recipe for a single-serving chocolate cake made in a microwave.


Ingredients

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  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
  4. Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time varies by microwave power. Check for doneness; the cake should be set but still slightly moist.
  5. Let cool for one minute before eating directly from the mug.

Notes

  • If the cake seems dry after cooking, try reducing the microwave time by 10 seconds next time.
  • You can add a small spoonful of peanut butter in the center before cooking for a molten filling.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 2 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 25
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 10

Keywords: chocolate mug cake, microwave cake, single serving dessert, quick cake