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A chocolate mug cake served next to a glass of Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte on a white marble cooktop. The rich, chocolatey dessert and the creamy, iced drink create an indulgent and inviting pairing.

Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe

This Chocolate Mug Cake is a quick and easy single-serving dessert, ready in just 7 minutes! Moist, rich, and deeply chocolatey, it’s the ultimate solution for instant sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 603
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe mug
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Spoon or fork for mixing
  • Microwave

Method
 

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
    A white ceramic mug on a white marble cooktop, filled with all-purpose flour, white sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. A small whisk rests inside, ready to mix the dry ingredients.
  2. Add milk, canola oil, water, and vanilla extract, then mix until smooth.
    A white ceramic mug on a white marble cooktop, now containing milk, canola oil, water, and vanilla extract added to the dry ingredients. A hand is seen using a small whisk to blend everything into a smooth batter.
  3. Ensure there are no dry lumps; scrape the bottom of the mug for even mixing.
  4. Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds until the cake rises and is set in the center.
    A white ceramic mug inside a microwave, with the chocolate cake visibly rising as it cooks. The microwave light highlights the rich texture of the cake as it sets and expands.
  5. Let it cool for a minute before digging in.
    A freshly cooked chocolate mug cake sits on a white marble cooktop, slightly cooled. A spoonful is taken out, revealing its moist and fluffy interior, with gentle steam rising from the warm cake.
  6. Enjoy as is, or top with chocolate chips, whipped cream, or ice cream for extra indulgence.
    A chocolate mug cake topped with melted chocolate chips, a swirl of whipped cream, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce. A spoon rests beside the mug, ready to dig into the decadent dessert.
  7. Serve warm with your favorite Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte for the perfect treat.
    A chocolate mug cake served next to a glass of Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte on a white marble cooktop. The rich, chocolatey dessert and the creamy, iced drink create an indulgent and inviting pairing.