Description
This quick and easy Chocolate Mug Cake recipe is a perfect single-serve dessert for any chocolate lover. Ready in just minutes using a microwave, it combines rich cocoa, sugar, and chocolate chips to create a moist and decadent cake right in your mug. Ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth without the fuss of traditional baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 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 (10–12 oz), whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Stir vigorously until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
- Microwave: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 60–75 seconds. The cake should rise and be set but slightly moist in the center—do not overcook to avoid rubbery texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the mug for 1–2 minutes. Enjoy directly from the mug or enhance with toppings such as whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh berries.
Notes
- Microwave times may vary depending on the appliance’s wattage, so monitor the cake closely to avoid overcooking.
- For a richer and more indulgent flavor, use whole milk and dark chocolate chips instead of regular varieties.
- This recipe makes a single serving, perfect for a quick dessert fix.
- To add variety, experiment with toppings like nuts, caramel sauce, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
