Instant Cake for One
Craving something sweet but don’t want to bake an entire cake? This "Instant Cake for One" is the perfect solution for a quick and easy dessert that’s ready in just minutes! Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and a touch of vanilla extract, this single-serving mug cake whips up in just five minutes and "bakes" in the microwave for a mere 60 seconds. Customize it with optional chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey treat, making it ideal for late-night cravings or an indulgent snack. No mixers, no mess—just pure, handheld decadence in one microwave-safe mug!
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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 (optional)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug (at least 12 ounces to prevent overflow), combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure there are no lumps.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until a smooth batter forms.
If desired, mix in the chocolate chips for an extra indulgent touch.
Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 60-90 seconds. Cooking time may vary depending on the wattage of your microwave, so start checking at the 60-second mark.
The cake is done when the top looks set but is still slightly moist. Avoid overcooking as it can make the cake dry.
Let the mug cake cool for 1–2 minutes before enjoying it straight from the mug or transferring it to a plate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 430 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 228 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.
