1 Minute Chocolate Mug Cakes (Microwave Version) Recipe
Quick, chocolatey, and incredibly satisfying, these 1 Minute Chocolate Mug Cakes are made with pantry staples and cook up soft and rich in the microwave.
Servings: 3 mug cakes
Calories: 314kcal
Ingredients
- 7 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder*
- 7 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp whole milk or buttermilk
- 2 Tbsp melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 3/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually whisk in the egg, whole milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Pour into three large mugs, dividing evenly the cake batter between them.
- Place one mug in the microwave at a time. Heat on high for 1 minute (depending on your microwave, it could take 10 seconds more or less). Remove and top with a few chocolate chips, a dab of Nutella, or a piece of chocolate. When the cakes are cool enough (about 5 minutes), enjoy!
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Notes
*Use a good quality cocoa powder for deeper flavor.
-Choose a mug that holds at least 12 oz, ideally 13 or more.
-Top the warm cakes with ice cream, Nutella, chocolate chips, or even frosting.
Because Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake is made and eaten straight from the microwave, it's best enjoyed fresh and warm. That said, if you have leftovers, cover the mug loosely with plastic wrap or foil and STORE it at room temperature for up to 1 day. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 2 days.
To REHEAT, microwave for 10–15 seconds, until warm. These mug cakes don’t freeze well—the texture tends to become rubbery when thawed—so they’re really meant to be a make-it-and-eat-it kind of dessert.
Nutrition
Calories: 314kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 352mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 112IU | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg
