Description
Mug cakes are the ultimate quick dessert, delivering warm, fluffy goodness in just minutes. Perfect for satisfying late-night cravings or sweet tooth emergencies, this easy recipe is customizable and requires minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients in a microwave-safe mug.
- Mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder until well combined.
- Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute and 15 seconds (watch carefully to avoid overflow).
- Let cool for a minute before serving. Enjoy directly from the mug or plate it with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute and 15 seconds
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use a large mug to prevent overflow during cooking. Customize by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or fruit. For a healthier version, substitute regular flour with whole wheat flour or use natural sweeteners.