Description
You need a quick, rich chocolate dessert? This single serving mug cake cooks in the microwave in minutes and stays incredibly moist, avoiding that spongy texture. It is the perfect instant dessert recipe for one.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk (any kind works)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional, for extra gooeyness)
Instructions
- Find a microwave-safe mug that holds at least 10-12 ounces.
- In the mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until no lumps remain.
- Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
- Use a small fork or whisk to mix everything until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are fine.
- Stir in the chocolate chips, if you are using them.
- Place the mug in the microwave. Cook on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. Start checking at 60 seconds. The cake is done when the top looks set but still slightly soft in the center.
- Let the mug cake cool for one minute before eating. Enjoy your warm, gooey dessert for one immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute the vegetable oil with melted butter.
- If your microwave is very powerful, reduce the cooking time slightly to prevent drying out.
- You can top this with a scoop of ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra treat.
- This recipe is easily adaptable for a low-calorie mug cake by using a sugar substitute and applesauce instead of oil.
- Prep Time: 3 min
- Cook Time: 2 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 5