Description
A quick and easy single-serving dessert that’s ready in minutes! This chewy mug cake is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort. Made with simple ingredients, it’s moist, chewy, and customizable with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk (or plant-based milk)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Stir in chocolate chips (if using).
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set on top. Be careful not to overcook.
- Let it cool for a minute, then enjoy straight from the mug!
Notes
- For a gooier texture, reduce the cooking time by 10-15 seconds.
- Customize with toppings like whipped cream, sprinkles, or a drizzle of caramel.
- Double the recipe for a larger serving, but cook in a larger mug or bowl.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: ~300 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Mug cake, chewy mug cake, microwave dessert, quick dessert, single-serving cake