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Mug Cake Recipe

A quick, rich, single-serve chocolate cake made in minutes, perfect for late-night cravings when you need dessert fast and effortlessly.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 608
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

  • 1 large microwave-safe mug
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cup
  • Small spoon or fork for mixing
  • Microwave

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and place a large microwave-safe mug on your counter.
  2. Add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to the mug. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
  3. Pour in the milk, oil, water, and vanilla. Mix well, scraping the bottom of the mug so no dry bits remain.
  4. Microwave the batter for about 1 minute and 45 seconds, or until the center of the cake is set and springs back lightly.
  5. Let it cool for a few seconds, then dig in and enjoy your warm, fudgy mug cake!