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Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 4 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe is a quick and easy single-serve dessert that you can whip up in just minutes using your microwave. Perfectly moist and rich, this cake combines cocoa powder, sugar, and chocolate chips for a decadent chocolate fix without the fuss of traditional baking. Ideal for satisfying sweet cravings instantly, it can be enjoyed as is or topped with whipped cream or ice cream.

Ingredients

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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 (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional

  • 1 tablespoon chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug (10–12 oz size), whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Fold in Chocolate Chips: If using, gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter to add pockets of melty chocolate.
  4. Microwave the Cake: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 60 to 90 seconds. The cake should be just set and cooked through, so be careful not to overcook to keep it moist.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the mug cake to cool for 1–2 minutes before eating. Serve as is or enhance with toppings like whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra treat.

Notes

  • Microwave wattages vary, so start with 60 seconds and add time in 10-second increments if the cake isn’t cooked through.
  • For extra richness, add a spoonful of Nutella or peanut butter in the center of the batter before microwaving.
  • Use a microwave-safe mug between 10 to 12 ounces to allow room for rising batter.
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American

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