Description
Enjoy a quick and delicious Hot Chocolate Mug Cake, ready in just 5 minutes. This single-serving treat brings the cozy flavor of hot chocolate right to your mug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Mini marshmallows, chocolate chips
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.
- If using, gently stir in optional mini marshmallows or chocolate chips.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute and 15 seconds to 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until the cake is cooked through but still moist. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave’s wattage.
- Let it cool slightly before enjoying straight from the mug.
Notes
- Ensure your mug is microwave-safe and large enough to accommodate the cake as it rises.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Adjust microwave time as needed to prevent overcooking.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: Approx. 400-450 (will vary based on exact ingredients and additions)
- Sugar: High
- Sodium: Moderate
- Fat: High
- Saturated Fat: Moderate
- Unsaturated Fat: Moderate
- Trans Fat: Low
- Carbohydrates: High
- Fiber: Low
- Protein: Low
- Cholesterol: Low