Description
This quick and easy Chocolate Mug Cake recipe is perfect for a single-serving dessert made right in your microwave. With simple pantry ingredients like flour, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips, you can have a moist, rich chocolate cake ready in just minutes. It’s ideal for satisfying sweet cravings without the need to bake a whole cake.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir well with a fork until all the dry ingredients are evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until a smooth batter forms, making sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the mug for even mixing.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips if you are using them for extra chocolaty bursts.
- Microwave the Cake: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 60 to 90 seconds, depending on microwave strength. The cake should rise and be set on top while remaining moist inside.
- Cool and Serve: Let the mug cake cool for about 1 minute before eating. Enjoy as is or with your favorite toppings like ice cream, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking the cake as it will become dry and lose its moist texture.
- Feel free to top with ice cream, whipped cream, or dust with powdered sugar for extra indulgence.
