Chocolate Cake in a Cup in 5 Minutes
Indulge your sweet tooth with this quick and easy *Chocolate Cake in a Cup in 5 Minutes*! Perfect for chocolate lovers on the go, this single-serving mug cake recipe combines pantry staples like flour, sugar, and cocoa powder to create a rich, moist dessert in just minutes. With a prep time of only 3 minutes and cooked to perfection in your microwave in under 2, it’s the ultimate no-fuss treat for busy days or late-night cravings. Add optional chocolate chips for an extra decadent touch, and enjoy it straight from the mug—minimal cleanup required! Whether you're satisfying a chocolate craving solo or looking for a simple dessert hack, this microwave chocolate mug cake is here to deliver deliciousness faster than you can say "dessert in a flash."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug (at least 12 ounces in capacity), whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mug. Stir until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
If desired, gently stir in the chocolate chips for an extra burst of chocolate flavor.
Microwave the mug on high power for 90 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your microwave's wattage. The cake is done when the top looks set and lightly springs back when touched.
Carefully remove the mug from the microwave—it will be hot! Allow the cake to cool for 1-2 minutes before enjoying directly from the mug or transferring to a plate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1062 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 313 mg | 7% | |
*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.
