Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake
This Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake is a rich, gooey single-serve dessert that comes together in under 10 minutes. Made with pantry staples and no eggs, it’s the perfect quick fix for late-night chocolate cravings with a molten chocolate center.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 20 seconds
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
¼ cup all-purpose flour (maida)
3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ tsp baking powder
4 tbsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
Pinch of salt
2 tbsp vegetable oil (neutral-flavored)
¼ cup milk (or almond/coconut milk for vegan)
Dark chocolate cube or chips (for molten center)
1 tsp vanilla essence
½ tsp instant coffee powder
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, coffee powder, and salt until combined.
- Add milk, oil, and vanilla, whisking until smooth. Do not overmix.
- Place a cube of dark chocolate or a few chocolate chips in the center without stirring.
- Microwave on high (700 W) for about 80 seconds, watching closely to avoid overcooking. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes.
- Let cool for 1 minute before enjoying warm and gooey.
Notes
Top with ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel for extra indulgence.
Swap milk with almond, soy, or coconut milk for a vegan option.
Stir in peanut butter, Nutella, or caramel for flavor variations.
Check after 1 minute to avoid dryness since microwaves vary.
Greasing the mug lightly makes cleanup easier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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