Description
You need a quick, single-serving dessert? This recipe delivers the moistest chocolate mug cake you will ever make, ready in minutes using just your microwave. Forget spongy cakes; this one is rich and satisfying.
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 (any kind)
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon chocolate chips (optional, for extra gooeyness)
Instructions
- Find a standard, microwave-safe mug (about 10-12 ounces).
- Add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt directly into the mug. Use a small fork to mix these dry ingredients well.
- Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Mix everything together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few small lumps are fine.
- Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
- Place the mug in the microwave. Cook on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time varies based on microwave wattage. Start with 60 seconds and check for doneness. The top should look set, but the center should still be slightly soft for maximum moisture.
- Let the mug cake cool for one minute before eating directly from the mug.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- If your cake seems dry, reduce the cooking time by 5-10 seconds next time.
- Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for an instant gourmet dessert.
- Prep Time: 3 min
- Cook Time: 1.5 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg