Microwave Treats in Seconds
Craving a warm, gooey dessert without the hassle? This "Microwave Treats in Seconds" recipe delivers a rich, single-serving chocolate mug cake in just 60 seconds! Made with pantry staples like flour, cocoa powder, and sugar, this quick dessert is perfect for satisfying sweet tooth cravings in record time. Customizable with optional chocolate chips and ready in under 3 minutes, from prep to plate, it’s the ultimate easy microwave dessert idea. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night alone or need a last-minute treat, this microwavable cake is your go-to for instant indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Baking powder
- pinches Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
If desired, fold in the chocolate chips for an extra treat.
Microwave the mug on high power for 60 seconds. Check for doneness; the cake should be set but slightly moist on top. If necessary, microwave in 10-second intervals, but do not overcook.
Let the mug cake cool for 1-2 minutes before enjoying. Serve directly in the mug with a spoon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.8 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 276 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 270 mg | 6% | |
*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.
