Chocolate Mug Cake

Name: Chocolate Mug Cake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 11 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons (14g) all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon (13g) granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon (2g) unsweetened cocoa powder; ⅛ teaspoon baking soda; Pinch salt; 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon (20ml) hot water; 2 teaspoons (10ml) vegetable oil; ¼ teaspoon white vinegar; ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

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This single serving chocolate mug cake will satisfy your sweet tooth without the hassle. No need for messy kitchens, grocery runs for missing ingredients, or hours of time dedicated to baking and cleaning. You’ll need just a few minutes of time and a handful of common ingredients to create a quick and delicious delicacy!

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Single Serving Chocolate Mug Cake

This is the perfect portion of indulgent chocolate cake to satiate those pesky late-night cravings. Instead of settling for stale Oreos tempting you in the pantry, opt for this midnight snack that takes just 10 minutes to whip up. You’re likely to have all these ingredients in your home already, so there is no need to make a grocery run!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This is moist and soft – tastes JUST like a regular baked chocolate cake.
Done in minutes!!
No need for frosting – unless you want to add some.

Ingredients for Chocolate Mug Cake

Flour – All-purpose flour – be sure to measure it correctly.
Sugar – Granulated sugar for sweetness
Cocoa powder – Unsweetened cocoa powder, not Dutch process
Baking soda – to help the cake rise
Salt – for flavor
Water – Hot water helps the cake be nice and moist
Vegetable oil – keeps the cake moist
Vinegar – White, distilled – activates the baking soda
Vanilla extract – always use pure vanilla extract.

How to Make a Chocolate Mug Cake

Combine dry ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together baking soda, cocoa powder, sugar, flour, and salt.
Add wet ingredients: Pour water, vinegar, oil, and vanilla extract into your dry mixture and stir until smooth.
Prepare dish: Use nonstick cooking spray to grease a mug or small ramekin. Pour the cake batter into the dish.
Bake: Set your microwave to 70% power and bake your mug cake for 40 to 60 seconds. Microwave power tends to vary, so keep a close eye on your dish. You’ll know it’s done when you can insert and remove a toothpick that comes out clean.
Serve: Top your mug cake with powdered sugar after allowing it to cool for about 10 minutes.

Expert Tips

Add a bit of complexity to this chocolate mug cake by choosing a flavored extract, such as hazelnut, mint, or raspberry. You can also add fruit preserves for a fresh punch of flavor!
If you want to indulge but don’t want to overindulge, make this recipe a bit healthier by swapping out all-purpose flour for white whole wheat flour. You can also use sugar-free fruit preserves to sweeten the deal without going overboard.
It’s very important to cook the cake at 70% power or the texture won’t turn out right.

FAQs

Why is my mug cake dry?

A mug cake will become dry if overcooked. When cooking a mug cake, be sure to set your microwave to 70% power to avoid dry cake.

Is this mug cake gooey?

No, this mug cake is not gooey.

Can I use non-dairy milk?

Yes, nondairy milk will work just as well.

Can I bake a cake in a mug in the oven instead of the microwave?

Yes, you can bake a mug cake in the oven. However, you’ll need to make sure that the dish you use is oven safe. Bake at 350°F for 15 – 15 minutes, checking often.

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