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this image shows A delicious chocolate mug cake served in a white mug with a spoon placed beside it, showcasing a quick and satisfying dessert ready in just a few minutes.

Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe

This Chocolate Mug Cake recipe is a quick, single-serving dessert that satisfies your chocolate cravings in minutes. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s mixed directly in a mug and microwaved to fluffy perfection—perfect for when you want instant indulgence!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 1 people
Calories 603 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring spoons
  • Microwave
  • Large microwave-safe mug
  • Spoon for mixing
  • Measuring cups

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp canola oil
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • ⅛ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp water
  • ⅛ tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt in a large, microwave-safe mug.
    This image shows dry ingredients like flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder being added to a mug, preparing the base for a quick chocolate mug cake.
  • Add milk, canola oil, water, and vanilla extract to the mug.
    This image shows wet ingredients like milk, oil, and vanilla being poured into the mug containing dry ingredients, ready to be mixed into a smooth batter.
  • Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and well-mixed.
    This image shows a spoon stirring the chocolate batter in a mug, combining the wet and dry ingredients until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
  • Microwave the mug on high power for about 1 minute and 45 seconds or until the center is set.
    This image shows the mug placed in a microwave, with the chocolate mug cake batter rising and cooking to form a fluffy and rich dessert.
  • Let the cake cool slightly before enjoying it directly from the mug.
    This image shows wet ingredients like milk, oil, and vanilla being poured into the mug containing dry ingredients, ready to be mixed into a smooth batter.

Notes

  • For extra indulgence, add chocolate chips or a dollop of peanut butter to the batter.
  • Serve with whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for added flavor.