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mug cake

Chocolate Mug Cake

A quick and indulgent chocolate mug cake made in the microwave—ready in just minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 1 mug cake
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp salt a pinch
Wet Ingredients
  • 3 tbsp milk any kind
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 tbsp chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe mug
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
  3. Stir in chocolate chips if using.
  4. Microwave on high for 70–90 seconds, until the cake has risen and set. Do not overcook.
  5. Let cool slightly, then enjoy straight from the mug.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 40IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Top with whipped cream, ice cream, or extra chocolate sauce for indulgence. Adjust sugar or cocoa to taste.
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