Description
A quick and easy single-serving dessert made in the microwave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Chocolate chips, sprinkles
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, stir in chocolate chips or sprinkles.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, or until the cake is cooked through but still moist. Cooking time will vary depending on your microwave.
- Let cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- Ensure your mug is microwave-safe.
- Do not overfill the mug, as the cake will rise.
- Adjust cooking time as needed for your microwave.
- Experiment with different add-ins like nuts, fruit, or peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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