Cake in a Bowl
Experience the ultimate comfort dessert with this quick and easy "Cake in a Bowl" recipe! Ready in just under 5 minutes, this single-serving microwave chocolate cake combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips to deliver a rich, gooey treat in every bite. Perfect for when those sweet cravings strike, this simple mug cake can be made entirely in one bowl with no special equipment required. Customize it with toppings like whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for an extra indulgent twist. Whether you're baking for yourself or treating a loved one, this recipe guarantees satisfaction in the coziest way possible. Enjoy the charm of homemade cake without the hassle—your new go-to dessert is just a few minutes away!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.125 teaspoons salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
Instructions
Choose a microwave-safe bowl or large mug (at least 12 oz capacity) to prepare and cook the cake.
Add the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt into the bowl. Stir with a spoon or fork until well combined.
Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix everything together until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top of the batter, gently pressing them in with your spoon.
Place the bowl in the microwave and cook on high for 60-90 seconds (based on your microwave's wattage). Start with 60 seconds, then check to see if the cake is fully cooked. The cake should rise and appear set, but still moist.
Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave (it will be hot). Let it cool for a minute or two before enjoying.
Optionally, top with whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 427 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 238 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
