Description
This easy and quick Chocolate Mug Cake recipe is perfect for a single serving dessert ready in just minutes. A moist and rich cake made right in a mug using simple pantry ingredients, microwaved to perfection. Optional chocolate chips add extra chocolatey goodness, ideal for a fast sweet treat any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir thoroughly to ensure everything is well mixed.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the mug with the dry ingredients. Mix well until a smooth, lump-free batter forms.
- Incorporate chocolate chips (optional): For extra richness and chocolate flavor, fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
- Microwave the cake: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 1 minute to 1 minute 20 seconds. The cake should rise and be set in the center but still moist.
- Cool and serve: Let the mug cake cool for about a minute before eating. Enjoy it plain or topped with whipped cream or ice cream for an indulgent touch.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary depending on your microwave wattage; adjust accordingly to avoid overcooking.
- Be sure to use a microwave-safe mug to prevent accidents.
- You can substitute milk with any dairy-free alternative for a different taste or dietary need.
- For a richer flavor, swap vegetable oil with melted butter.
- Adding a pinch of instant coffee powder enhances the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
