Quick Microwave Chocolate Milk Cake

Name: Quick Microwave Chocolate Milk Cake
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour (Slightly heaped); 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon Baking powder; 1 pinch Salt; 3 tablespoons Milk (Any type of milk (dairy or non-dairy)); 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (Or melted butter); 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon Chocolate chips (Optional, for mixing in or topping); to taste garnish Whipped cream (Optional, for topping)

A deliciously quick and easy chocolate milk cake that can be prepared and cooked in under 10 minutes using just a microwave. Perfect for a single-serving dessert craving, this cake is moist, rich, and customizable with your favorite toppings.

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Mixing the dry ingredients in a mug

Recipe Information

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Easy

American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

380

Calories

Protein

48g

Carbs

19g

Fat

Smooth chocolate cake batter

Ingredients

Servings: 1

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

Mug cake cooking in 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. Whisk them together thoroughly until 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. Whisk them together thoroughly until well combined.
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Ensure there are no lumps of cocoa powder for a smooth batter.
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Add the milk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients in the mug.
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Add the milk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients in the mug.
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Use room temperature milk if possible to help ingredients combine smoothly.
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Mix all the ingredients well with a small whisk or fork until a smooth batter forms. Make sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the mug to incorporate all dry ingredients. Fold in optional chocolate chips if desired.
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Mix all the ingredients well with a small whisk or fork until a smooth batter forms. Make sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the mug to incorporate all dry ingredients. Fold in optional chocolate chips if desired.
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Do not overmix; mix just until no dry streaks remain.
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Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave wattage. The cake is done when it looks set and slightly springs back to the touch.
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Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave wattage. The cake is done when it looks set and slightly springs back to the touch.
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Start with 60 seconds and add 10-15 seconds if needed to prevent overcooking, which can make the cake dry.
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Carefully remove the hot mug from the microwave. Let the cake cool for a minute or two before serving. Top with whipped cream, extra chocolate chips, or any other desired garnishes.
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Carefully remove the hot mug from the microwave. Let the cake cool for a minute or two before serving. Top with whipped cream, extra chocolate chips, or any other desired garnishes.
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Be cautious as the mug will be hot. A dollop of vanilla ice cream also pairs wonderfully with this warm cake.