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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!
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
  • tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp water
  • tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt in a large, microwave-safe mug.
  • Add milk, canola oil, water, and vanilla extract to the mug.
  • Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and well-mixed.
  • Microwave the mug on high power for about 1 minute and 45 seconds or until the center is set.
  • Let the cake cool slightly before enjoying it directly from the mug.

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.