Pin A quick and delightful single-serve chocolate cake made in minutes, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without eggs.
Whenever I have a late-night craving for something sweet, this mug cake never fails. It's become my go-to treat after a long day and it's always simple to whip up, even when my kitchen is nearly bare.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 4 tbsp
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 2 tbsp
- Granulated sugar: 3 tbsp
- Baking powder: 1/4 tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- Milk (dairy or plant-based): 3 tbsp
- Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
- Vanilla extract: 1/4 tsp
- Chocolate chips or chopped chocolate: 1 tbsp (optional)
- Chopped nuts: 1 tbsp (optional)
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a large microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add wet ingredients:
- Add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with a fork or small whisk until smooth and no dry pockets remain.
- Add-ins:
- Stir in chocolate chips or chopped nuts if desired.
- Microwave:
- Microwave on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, until the cake has risen and the center is just set.
- Enjoy:
- Let cool for 1-2 minutes before enjoying directly from the mug.
Pin My kids love to customize their mug cakes with sprinkles or chopped nuts. One weekend afternoon, we had a contest to see who could invent the best topping and everyone ended up with happy smiles and chocolatey mugs.
Required Tools
Large microwave-safe mug (12 oz or larger), fork or small whisk, measuring spoons.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), possible dairy (if using regular milk), and soy (when using chocolate chips with soy lecithin). Swap for gluten-free all-purpose flour or plant-based milk if needed.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 340 calories, 15 g total fat, 48 g carbohydrates, 5 g protein.
Pin Savor your mug cake warm, and feel free to personalize with toppings or mix-ins every time.
Recipe Q&A
- → How long should I microwave the mug cake?
Microwave the cake on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes until it rises and the center sets.
- → Can I use plant-based milk instead of dairy?
Yes, plant-based milk works well and maintains the moist texture of the mug cake.
- → Are chocolate chips necessary?
They are optional but add a pleasant melty texture and richer chocolate flavor.
- → How can I make the flavor richer?
Try adding a pinch of instant coffee powder to enhance the chocolate notes.
- → What kitchen tools are needed?
A microwave-safe mug (12 oz or larger), a fork or small whisk, and measuring spoons suffice.
- → Is this suitable for gluten-free diets?
Use gluten-free all-purpose flour to adapt the preparation for gluten-free needs.
