Description
Indulge in a quick and chewy mug cake that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in minutes. This single-serving dessert combines simple ingredients to create a moist and chewy texture, making it an ideal treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Microwave the mug on high for 60 to 90 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set in the middle. Be cautious not to overcook, as this can lead to a dry texture.
- Allow the cake to cool for a minute before enjoying.
Notes
- For a chewier texture, consider slightly undercooking the cake, checking at the 60-second mark.
- Adding a tablespoon of chocolate chips enhances the gooeyness and chewiness of the cake.
- Microwave wattages vary; adjust cooking time as needed to achieve your desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: Approximately 400
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chewy mug cake, microwave dessert, quick chocolate cake