Foolproof Chocolate Mug Cake
Servings: 1
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 1–2 min
Ingredients:
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4 tbsp all-purpose flour
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4 tbsp sugar
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2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/8 tsp baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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3 tbsp milk
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2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter
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¼ tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: chocolate chips, nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions:
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Mix dry ingredients:
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In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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Add wet ingredients:
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Stir in milk, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Optional: fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
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Microwave:
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Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds.
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Start checking at 60 seconds; the cake should be set but still soft and moist.
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Serve:
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Let cool for a minute or two (careful, it’s hot!).
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Optional: top with ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
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✅ Why it’s foolproof:
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No oven required.
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Single serving, so no worries about over/undercooking a big batch.
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Quick and minimal ingredients.
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