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Easy Chocolate Mug Cake (No Egg)

A close-up of a moist chocolate mug cake with a bite taken out, served in a mug.
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A quick and simple single-serve chocolate cake made in the microwave, perfect for a fast dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Add the milk, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract to the mug. Stir until just combined and no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  3. Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
  4. Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds. Start with 60 seconds and add 10-second increments if needed. The cake should be set but still moist in the center.
  5. Let it cool for a minute before enjoying.

Notes

  • For a gooey center, ensure you do not overcook the cake. It should look slightly underdone in the middle.
  • If your microwave wattage is different, adjust the cooking time accordingly. Lower wattage requires more time, higher wattage requires less.
  • To prevent overflow, use a larger mug than you think you need.
  • You can substitute oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.

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