There are times when I want to satisfy my sweet tooth with chocolate cake but I don’t want to take the time to bake a whole cake. Or better yet there are days when I would rather not use the oven because it tends to heat up the house. Lucky with just some items from my kitchen, I can make my own personal chocolate mug cake in just a few minutes in my microwave.
Yes, you can make a chocolate cake in your mug in the microwave and it will be ready in just a few minutes. It won’t be like a cake you buy from a bakery but it can definitely be a treat for when you are craving cake and don’t have time to bake!
I like my plain but you can add frosting, whip cream, peanut butter or whatever else you think would go great with it.
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 TBS unsweetened Cocoa
- 3 TBS milk
- 3 TBS vegetable oil
- 1/4 TSP vanilla extract
- Combine all ingredients in a large coffee cup or mug and stir well.
- Place in microwave and cook for 3 minutes on high.
- Let cool for 2 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Sounds easy right? I think it is the perfect midnight snack for those craving some chocolate! If you happen to have some frosting be sure to add some to the top.
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I’ve tried a few recipes like this, they are quick and easy.
I’ve actually never tried a cake in a cup recipe. Strange I know. But I think this may be a winner.
I could go for this right now! Craving chocolate!
Wow..that is easy!
I want to go make some of these right now they are so simple!
I need chocolate stat!
pretty clever sis!
Wow! That is really easy!
Mmmm, looks easy and delicious!
This is neat. I’ll have to try this.
Yummy!
I’ve made these with my students a few years ago and OMG! They are great and hit the spot when you are craving something chocolatey and decadent!
That looks so good, I love the idea of having it in a mug!
yummy
When can I come over for some?
make it yourself
oh my gosh yumsters
This is great. I’m like you, there are times when I want a cake, but don’t want to make a big one.
How cool!! I need to try this!
Sounds Yummy and easy! Quick fix for a chocolate attack!
YUMM!
I love chocolate mug cake!
My mother-in-law was just telling me how she baked a cake in the microwave. I have to try this!
I’ve used this concept but for a bran muffin.
Is the flour self rising? Or do you use any leavening agent? Thnx.
I tried that once and it was just enough and not too much. Love this!
I’ve seen recipes similar to this before and keep meaning to try it. It’s an easy way to practice portion control.
Wow, that looks so good!
This would be great for portion control… which is something I need when it comes to chocolate! 🙂
It would be.. except its 700 calories in a serving.
Definitely have to try this!
I might try this soon.
Yum! Looks like the perfect little treat for mama after the kids are in bed.
Gonna have to try this. YUMMY!
I love how easy this is and you’ll have a fresh dessert every time.
This is such a fun idea! Unfortunately, it doesn’t really taste very good. If you really need a chocolate fix, it will do – but it’s not very tasty.
I love this! Never had anything like this but what a cute snack idea for my grandson in the evening. He loves cakes so this would be great to make and not time consuming. Thanks for sharing.
I added a mashed banana, did only half the amount of sugar and only 1 TBS of oil. Add a bit more milk and it is delicious and a bit healthier.
Delicious! I just made this.. And had to make three more as the whole family wanted! Will definitely be making this again.
So, I made this but when I went to take it out, it was smoking! OOPS! Guess 3 mins is way too long in my microwave…. I have faith though and am trying it again now….
Second attempt: took it out only 20 seconds sooner than the first one and it was soupy… *sigh* guess I need a new microwave. The hot batter was tasty though! lol
I just tried this, and it tasted rubbery.
This sounds really easy. I bet my teens could even make it.
I have always wondered about these mug chocolate cakes and your recipe sounds easy and delish! Thanks! 🙂
I have all the ingredients to make this awesome Easy Cake in a mug. I love this. I bet it tastes good and this is a fast easy dessert!!
This sounds so delicious and it looks very easy to make. I have all the ingredients needed but the unsweetened cocoa but i’m going to buy some in the morning and make this for desert. My husband is going to get a kick out of this, thanks for posting this one.
That looks delicious..and so easy! Thanks for sharing!
All I can say is… Yum!!!!
I love that this is so easy, but I can see myself getting into trouble by making it too often. It looks really good too!
I love how easy this recipe is and these are all ingredients I always have in the house. I will definitely be trying this!
i tried this and it turned out VERY dry. ):
I’ve tried many mug cakes and this is the best! It’s not spongy or lacking in flavour… Tastes just like normal cake