Description
A single-serving molten chocolate cake baked in a mug for a warm, gooey treat. Perfect for quick indulgence with minimal effort and cleanup. Rich cocoa flavor with a tender crumb and dramatic center.
Ingredients
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Instructions
Spoon flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, and salt into a microwave-safe mug
Add vegetable oil and water; stir until smooth
Mix in chocolate chips
Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on desired doneness
Let sit 1 minute before serving
Notes
Sift cocoa for smoother texture
Use room temperature water for consistent batter
Adjust microwave time 15 seconds for firmer/molten preference
- Prep Time: 3
- Cook Time: 2
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg