Description
A quick and easy chocolate mug cake recipe that cooks in just 90 seconds in the microwave. Perfect for a single serving dessert with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined and smooth.
- Stir in any optional chocolate chips.
- Microwave on high for 90 seconds, or until the cake is cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- Ensure your mug is large enough to accommodate the batter rising.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your microwave’s wattage.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 seconds
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: Approximately 350-400 (varies with ingredients)
- Sugar: Approximately 30g
- Sodium: Approximately 200mg
- Fat: Approximately 15g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 50g
- Fiber: Approximately 2g
- Protein: Approximately 4g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 10mg
Keywords: 90 second mug cake, easy mug cake, quick mug cake, microwave cake, single serving cake, chocolate mug cake, fast dessert