Easy 2-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake: Quick Microwave Dessert Recipe

Name: Easy 2-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake: Quick Microwave Dessert Recipe
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 4 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour (levelled); 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon Baking powder; A Pinch Salt; 3 tablespoons Milk; 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon Chocolate chips (optional)

Indulge in this super easy chocolate mug cake! Ready in just 2 minutes, it's the perfect quick dessert for any chocolate lover. Simple ingredients, minimal effort, maximum deliciousness!

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Perfectly baked chocolate mug cake

Recipe Information

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Dessert

English

Nutrition (per serving)

400

Calories

Protein

60g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Warm chocolate mug cake with a spoon

Ingredients

All-purpose flour
(levelled)
4 tablespoons
Granulated sugar
4 tablespoons

Unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons
Baking powder
1 teaspoon
Salt
A Pinch
Milk
3 tablespoons
Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon

Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Chocolate chips
(optional)
1 tablespoon

Servings: 1

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Steaming mug cake fresh from the microwave

Instructions

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In a microwave-safe mug, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until dry ingredients are well combined.
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In a microwave-safe mug, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until dry ingredients are well combined.
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Ensure all dry ingredients are lump-free for a smooth batter.
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Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mug with the dry ingredients.
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Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mug with the dry ingredients.
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Pour gently to avoid splashing.

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Stir well with a fork until the batter is smooth and homogeneous. Make sure there are no pockets of dry flour remaining.
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Stir well with a fork until the batter is smooth and homogeneous. Make sure there are no pockets of dry flour remaining.
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Mix just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can lead to a tough cake.
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Optionally, stir in chocolate chips for an extra burst of chocolatey flavor. Give it a final gentle mix.
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Optionally, stir in chocolate chips for an extra burst of chocolatey flavor. Give it a final gentle mix.
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Dark chocolate chips add a rich contrast to the sweet cake.
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Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. The cake should be set but still soft and slightly gooey in the center. Cooking time may vary by microwave.
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Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. The cake should be set but still soft and slightly gooey in the center. Cooking time may vary by microwave.
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Start with 60 seconds and add 10-second intervals if needed to prevent overcooking.

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Carefully remove the hot mug from the microwave using oven mitts. Let the mug cake cool for a minute or two before enjoying it warm. You can add a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for serving.
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Carefully remove the hot mug from the microwave using oven mitts. Let the mug cake cool for a minute or two before enjoying it warm. You can add a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for serving.
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The cake will be very hot; allow it to cool slightly before eating to avoid burns.