Description
This easy and quick Chocolate Mug Cake recipe is perfect for a single serving dessert. Ready in just 6 minutes, it combines simple pantry ingredients to create a rich, moist cake that you can enjoy straight from the mug. Customize it with optional chocolate chips for extra indulgence, and serve it plain or with your favorite toppings like whipped cream or ice cream.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, mix together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt carefully until evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture in the mug. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Optional Chocolate Chips: For added richness and texture, fold in the chocolate chips now if desired.
- Microwave Cooking: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 1 minute to 1 minute and 20 seconds. The cake should rise and become set in the center but remain moist.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the mug cake to cool for about a minute before eating. Enjoy it plain or topped with whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Microwave wattages vary; adjust the cooking time accordingly to avoid overcooking.
- Use any dairy or plant-based milk of your choice to modify the recipe as needed.
- Adding a pinch of instant coffee powder can enhance the chocolate flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
