Microwave Chocolate Snack Cake
Satisfy your chocolate cravings in a flash with this easy Microwave Chocolate Snack Cake! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and sugar, this single-serving dessert comes together in just 5 minutes of prep, making it the ultimate quick-fix treat. The moist, rich cake is cooked in the microwave in under 2 minutes, and optional chocolate chips add a decadent, gooey touch. Perfect for busy days or late-night indulgences, this microwave chocolate cake is a one-mug wonder that can be personalized with whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup on top. Whether you're looking for a solo dessert or a fuss-free way to curb your sweet tooth, this recipe delivers pure chocolate bliss with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 pinch Salt
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug or small bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until you get a smooth batter with no lumps.
If desired, stir in the chocolate chips for added gooeyness.
Place the mug or bowl in the microwave and cook on high power for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on the wattage of your microwave. The cake should be set but still moist — avoid overcooking.
Let the cake cool for 1 to 2 minutes before enjoying. You can eat it straight from the mug or carefully transfer it to a plate.
Optional: Top with whipped cream, a scoop of ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 275 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 311 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.
