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Quick Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe: Your 2-Minute Microwave Dessert

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When you need a sweet fix fast, this is the best mug cake recipe. Make this rich, fudgy chocolate mug cake in your microwave in under five minutes. It is the perfect single-serve dessert for late-night cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 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 (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 Tbsp chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Find a standard, microwave-safe mug (about 10-12 oz size).
  2. Add the dry ingredients—flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt—directly into the mug. Use a small fork to mix them well until no clumps remain.
  3. Add the wet ingredients: milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mug.
  4. Mix everything together thoroughly until you have a smooth batter. Scrape the bottom and sides to ensure everything is incorporated.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips, if you are using them.
  6. Place the mug in the microwave. Cook on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time varies by microwave wattage; start checking at 60 seconds.
  7. The cake is done when the top looks set but still slightly moist. Do not overcook, or it will become dry.
  8. Let the mug cake cool for one minute before eating. Top with ice cream or powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

  • For a fudgier texture, reduce the cooking time by 10 seconds.
  • If you want a protein mug cake, substitute 1 tablespoon of flour with 1 tablespoon of your favorite protein powder.
  • This recipe works well as a brownie in a mug if you use slightly less milk.

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