For when you’re craving something chocolate but want it fast and easy. This mug cake is packed with chocolatey goodness and perfect solo or topped with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Equipment
- 8oz microwave-safe mug
- Fork
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/8 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tbsp beaten egg
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug (about 8 oz), whisk together with a fork your flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined
- To your mug, add the milk, oil, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Pour in your hot water and stir everything until smooth and well combined. Lastly, fold in your chocolate chips.
- Place your mug in the microwave and cook on high for 70 seconds, allowing it to set for 1 minute. Check your cake, if it is too wet in the center, microwave for an additional 10-20 seconds.
- Let it cool for a few minutes (it will be very hot!) and then enjoy as is or dusted with powdered sugar or whipped cream (or both, you do you!). This also pairs deliciously with a scoop of ice cream
