Experience the joy of a microwave chocolate mug cake! Quick and easy, it's the ideal single-serving dessert. Customize with fruits, caramel, or ice cream for extra delight.
2 tablespoons All-purpose Flour, 1 tablespoon Cacao, 1 ½ tablespoon Sugar, ½ teaspoon Baking Powder, ¹⁄₁₆ teaspoon Salt
Add the wet ingredients on top and mix well.
1 Egg, 2 tablespoons Milk, 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
Pour the batter into 2 cups and cook in the microwave oven at 700W for 90 seconds.
Serve immediately with your favorite beverage.
Quick Note
I highly recommend reading the entire recipe to find more tips and notes about this recipe. Read Full Recipe ⇑
Notes
Use a Microwave-Safe Mug: Ensure you use a microwave-safe mug for this recipe. Avoid using mugs with metallic or gold accents, as they can cause sparking in the microwave.
Cooking Time May Vary: Due to differences in microwave wattages and the size of the mug you will use, the cooking time may vary slightly. Keep an eye on the cake during the cooking process to avoid overcooking.
Personalize Your Toppings: Get creative with your favorite toppings! From fresh fruits to decadent sauces or a sprinkle of nuts, the choice is yours to make this mug cake truly yours.
Avoid Overfilling the Mug: To prevent the batter from overflowing while cooking, ensure the mug you use has some extra space for the cake to rise. To stay safe, fill the mug with only ⅔ of its size.
Experiment with Flavors: Don't hesitate to add a dash of your favorite extracts like vanilla or almond to enhance the cake's flavor profile.
Adjust Sweetness to Your Taste: If you prefer a sweeter or less sweet cake, feel free to adjust the amount of sugar or try alternative sweeteners.
Serve Immediately: For the best texture and taste, enjoy the mug cake while it's warm and freshly cooked.
Texture Preference: For a gooey, molten center, reduce the cooking time slightly, but keep in mind that the center may remain a bit moist.
Add a Crunch: For an added crunch, fold in some chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds into the batter before microwaving.