Description
A 2 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake is a quick and easy single-serve dessert made in the microwave. It is rich, soft, and chocolatey, perfect when you want a fast homemade treat with minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder to create an even base for your cake.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture.
- Combine Batter: Stir until the batter is smooth and well combined, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips if you are using them for extra chocolatey goodness.
- Microwave Cooking: Microwave the mug on high power for about 1–2 minutes until the cake has set and is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the mug cake cool slightly before eating to avoid burning your mouth and to enhance the texture.
Notes
- Do not overcook to keep the cake soft and moist.
- Add a scoop of ice cream for a richer dessert.
- Use a large mug to prevent overflow during cooking.
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 1–2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
