Description
This quick and easy Chocolate Mug Cake is a perfect single-serving dessert you can whip up in just minutes using your microwave. With simple pantry ingredients like flour, cocoa, sugar, and milk, this moist and rich cake is ideal for satisfying chocolate cravings instantly. Optional chocolate chips add melty pockets of extra chocolate goodness. Serve warm and enjoy as is, or top with whipped cream or ice cream for a decadent treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, thoroughly mix the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the mug with the dry ingredients. Stir well until you achieve a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Add chocolate chips: If desired, gently fold in the chocolate chips to add extra richness and melty chocolate throughout the cake.
- Microwave the cake: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 1 minute to 1 minute 20 seconds. The cake should rise and set in the center but remain moist.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool for about a minute to avoid burns. Enjoy the mug cake plain or enhance it with your favorite toppings like whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
- Microwave times may vary depending on wattage; start with 1 minute and add additional time if needed.
- Use a microwave-safe mug to prevent any accidents or damage.
- For a richer cake, substitute milk with buttermilk or add a tablespoon of melted butter instead of vegetable oil.
- Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Enjoy immediately for best texture and flavor since microwaved cakes can become dense when cooled.
