Coffee Mug Cake
Indulge your sweet tooth in just minutes with this Coffee Mug Cake recipe—an effortlessly delicious treat that combines the bold richness of coffee with a hint of chocolatey decadence. Whipped up in a single mug, this microwave-friendly dessert is the perfect solution for when a craving strikes but time is short. With pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, instant coffee powder, and cocoa powder, plus optional chocolate chips for extra indulgence, this mug cake offers a perfectly moist and tender texture. Ready in under 5 minutes, including prep and cook time, it’s ideal for solo snacking, late-night cravings, or a quick pick-me-up. Customize it with whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an elegant finish. Whether you're looking for a personal dessert or a microwavable coffee-flavored cake, this recipe is your go-to for convenience and flavor in one delicious bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Instant coffee powder
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Hot water
- 1 tablespoon Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug, mix together the all-purpose flour, sugar, instant coffee powder, 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 there are no lumps.
Mix in the hot water to activate the coffee flavor. Stir until evenly incorporated.
If desired, fold in chocolate chips for extra chocolatey goodness.
Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your microwave's power. The cake should rise and appear set, but still moist.
Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot!). Let it cool for 1-2 minutes before enjoying.
Optional: Top with whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 327 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.
