An Easy Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake is a quick and simple dessert that can be made in a microwave using a few basic ingredients. It’s perfect for satisfying a chocolate craving in just a few minutes. Here’s a basic recipe to make one:
Easy Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe:
Ingredients:
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4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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4 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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3 tablespoons milk
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Optional: chocolate chips, nuts, or a dollop of Nutella for extra indulgence
Instructions:
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
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Optional Add-ins: If desired, stir in chocolate chips, nuts, or add a dollop of Nutella in the center of the batter.
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Microwave: Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set in the center. The cooking time may vary depending on the wattage of your microwave, so start with 1 minute and add additional time in 10-second increments if needed.
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Cool and Enjoy: Let the mug cake cool for a minute or two before enjoying. Be careful, as the cake will be very hot when it first comes out of the microwave.