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Easy Chocolate Mug Cake in Microwave: A Quick Fix for Sweet Cravings

This easy chocolate mug cake in microwave is rich, soft, and perfectly portioned. It’s made in one mug with pantry ingredients and ready in 2 minutes.

  • Total Time: 4 minutes
  • Yield: 1 mug cake

Ingredients

Scale

¼ cup all-purpose flour

¼ cup white sugar

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

⅛ teaspoon baking soda

⅛ teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons milk

2 tablespoons canola oil

1 tablespoon water

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Use a 12 oz microwave-safe mug.

2. Add flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well.

3. Add milk, oil, water, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

4. Microwave on high for 1 minute 45 seconds.

5. Let cool for 30 seconds before enjoying.

Notes

Microwaves vary. Start with 90 seconds and add time in 10-second intervals if needed.

Top with chocolate chips, ice cream, or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

  • Author: Rita
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Chocolate Mug Cakes
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian