Description
This easy and quick Chocolate Mug Cake recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in just minutes. Made with simple pantry ingredients and cooked in the microwave, it yields a moist, tender cake with a rich chocolate flavor. Optional chocolate chips add a melty, decadent touch. Ideal as an individual dessert, it can be enjoyed straight from the mug or topped with your favorite whipped cream or ice cream.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- â…› teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug (10–12 oz), whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well blended to ensure an even distribution of all dry components.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth with no dry spots, forming a thick cake batter consistency.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips gently if using, to distribute them evenly throughout the batter without overmixing.
- Microwave Cooking: Microwave the mug on high power for 1 minute and 15 seconds up to 1 minute and 30 seconds depending on your microwave’s strength. The cake should puff up and appear set on top but remain soft and moist at the center.
- Cooling and Serving: Allow the cake to cool for 1 to 2 minutes before eating to let it set fully and avoid burns. Serve as is or enhance with toppings like whipped cream, ice cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use a larger mug (10–12 oz) to prevent the batter from overflowing during microwaving.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb and avoid a dense cake texture.
- This mug cake is best enjoyed fresh and warm for optimal taste and texture.
- Adjust microwave time based on the wattage of your appliance to prevent undercooking or drying out the cake.
