Description
A quick and easy chocolate mug cake recipe, perfect for a single serving of delicious chocolatey goodness. Enjoy a homemade treat in minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined and smooth. Do not overmix.
- If using, stir in the chocolate chips.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, or until the cake is set and cooked through. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave.
- Let it cool slightly before enjoying directly from the mug.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of instant coffee granules to the dry ingredients. If you prefer a fudgier texture, reduce the milk by 1 teaspoon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: Approx. 300-350
- Sugar: Approx. 25-30g
- Sodium: Approx. 150-200mg
- Fat: Approx. 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10-15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 40-45g
- Fiber: Approx. 3-5g
- Protein: Approx. 5-7g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 5-10mg