Description
A simple recipe for a single-serving chocolate cake made quickly in a microwave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)
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 to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
- Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time varies based on microwave wattage. The cake should look set on top.
- Let the cake cool slightly before eating directly from the mug.
Notes
- If the cake seems dry after cooking, try reducing the microwave time by 10 seconds next time.
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 1.5 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 10
Keywords: chocolate mug cake, microwave cake, single serving dessert, quick cake