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5-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake

A rich, gooey single-serving chocolate cake made in a mug in the microwave in five minutes.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 560
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • Pinch Salt
  • 1 tbsp Chocolate chips Optional

Method
 

  1. In a large microwave-safe mug, stir together the flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  2. Add the milk and oil and stir until smooth with no dry pockets.
  3. Drop the chocolate chips into the center if using.
  4. Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds until risen and just set on top. Let it cool a minute before eating.

Notes

Microwaves vary - start at 60 seconds and add 10-second bursts. Overcooking makes it rubbery, so stop while the top still looks barely moist.