Name: Delicious and Easy Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 4 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon baking powder; 3 tablespoons milk; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)

Delicious and Easy Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake

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Satisfy your chocolate cravings in minutes with this simple microwave chocolate mug cake. This rich and moist cake is perfect for a quick dessert fix or a midnight snack. Enjoy the warm and gooey center paired with a scoop of ice cream for extra decadence.

Ingredients

4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
Add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined.
If desired, mix in chocolate chips for extra richness.
Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the cake has risen and is set in the center.
Let cool for a minute before digging in. Enjoy straight from the mug or top with whipped cream or ice cream.

Interesting Facts

This recipe is perfect for when you have a sudden chocolate craving but don't want to bake a whole cake.

You can customize this mug cake by adding nuts, sprinkles, or a dollop of peanut butter before microwaving.

Experiment with different flavors by adding a dash of cinnamon or instant coffee granules to the mix.