5-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake: Quick & Easy!
Craving something sweet but don’t feel like baking an entire cake? I’ve been there, sometimes you just need a quick, delicious chocolate fix. That's where this decadent chocolate mug cake saves the day!
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp dark cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- Dash of salt
- 1 tsp chocolate chips
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- 3 Tbsp whole milk
- 1 Tbsp canola oil
- 1/8 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix the flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt in a microwave-safe mug until everything is well blended.
- Add the milk, canola oil, and vanilla extract, and stir until smooth and thick.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly spread throughout the batter.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, checking at 60 seconds. The cake should rise evenly and firm up in the center.
- Let it cool for a minute, then dive in and enjoy! You can even top it with whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the cake!
- Choose a larger mug, around 12 oz. A smaller one might cause the batter to overflow as it rises.