Chocolate Cake in a Mug (Microwave)
A quick and easy single-serving chocolate cake made in a mug using the microwave. Perfect for a fast dessert craving with minimal ingredients and cleanup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
- Total Time: 6 minutes 30 seconds
- Yield: 1
Ingredients
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons whole milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug (at least 12 oz capacity), whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients in the mug. Stir thoroughly until a smooth batter forms with no lumps.
Fold in the chocolate chips evenly into the batter.
Microwave the mug on high power for 90 seconds. The cake should rise and be set but still moist. Avoid overcooking to prevent dryness.
Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot). Let the cake cool for 2 minutes before eating.
Enjoy the chocolate cake directly from the mug.