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mug cake

Chocolate Mug Cake

A quick and delicious single-serving chocolate cake made in a mug — 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: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/8 tsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsp milk any kind
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp chocolate chips optional for extra gooeyness
Toppings
  • whipped cream or powdered sugar for serving

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe mug
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder.
  2. Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
  3. Fold in chocolate chips if desired for a gooey center.
  4. Microwave on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your microwave’s power. The cake should rise and look set but still slightly moist on top.
  5. Let it cool for a minute before topping with whipped cream or powdered sugar. Enjoy straight from the mug!

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 140mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 3gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 80IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Customize your mug cake by adding peanut butter, caramel drizzle, or a sprinkle of sea salt. Best enjoyed warm!
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