I made this Chocolate Cake In a Mug for Lunch yesterday. I know, the things I do for you guys.
Even though this is made in a few quick minutes in the microwave, it still is so chocolaty and rich. It definitely tastes like warm chocolate cake that will treat your sweet tooth. I also love this recipe because it’s individual servings. If you’re in the mood for chocolate cake but don’t want to feel the guilt of eating a entire cake (real talk) then this will totally do the trick. I totally think this would be adorable for serving multiple friends their own mugs, or even making one mug with 2 forks to share with a friend.
And how does it do when you tip it out of the mug? Beautifully…..
Ingredients
- 4 dessertspoons flour
- 4 dessertspoons sugar
- 2 dessertspoons cocoa
- 1 small egg beaten
- 3 dessertspoons milk
- 3 dessertspoons vegetable oil
- 3 drops vanilla extract
- 1 handful of chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine flour, sugar and cocoa in a mug. Stir in the beaten egg, milk and oil, then add vanilla drops and chocolate chips.
- Cook uncovered in the microwave on high for 2 minutes.
- Allow to cool, and then eat in the mug or tip out on to a plate.
Notes
A dessertspoon equals approximately 2 teaspoons.
Want to make it extra chocolate? Spread a thin layer of chocolate frosting on top after it's cooked. Adapted from Irish Country Cooking, Sterling Publishing
Want to make it extra chocolate? Spread a thin layer of chocolate frosting on top after it's cooked. Adapted from Irish Country Cooking, Sterling Publishing
Joanne says
This chocolate mug cake looks fantastic! So moist and almost fudgy!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
YUM!!!! And I love the idea of adding chocolate frosting on top!
Krista says
What a great thing to make when you need a chocolate fix quickly. 🙂
yummychunklet says
That’s one tasty lunch!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
oooooh—the prettiest mug cake I ever did so! Perfect for those chocolate cravings I experience…errr…always 😛
Kelly says
This mug cake looks awesome, I love that I can satisfy that chocolate cake craving without having to make an entire cake:) Love how quick and easy it is – can’t wait to try this out now 🙂
Kelly @ hidden fruits and veggies says
Pffff two forks to share with a friend? No way. I want this all to myself!
Karen (Back Road Journal) says
Oh yes…I can see this little yummy in my life. Who doesn’t have time to make and enjoy this little chocolate cake for one as my husband isn’t a dessert person.
Hotly Spiced says
I love your cup! And what a great idea – individual chocolate ‘mug’ cakes. They look rich, moist and dark xx
Michelle says
You have me craving chocolate so so badly now. :p That is awesome that you are enjoying your cookbook so much. Your description really painted a picture in my mind of such a special and cherished book. Love the “romantic pictures” description, too. 🙂
Ashley says
I could go for one of these little cakes right now! A little pre-dinner snack if you will haha yes that sounds pretty darn good : )
Beth says
What a perfect mini-dessert! And I love the sound of that cookbook – I think I’d want to make everything too.
Maryea {happy healthy mama} says
Love this. Mug cakes are our favorite emergency desserts over here!
Mary Frances says
Hehe, love the measurements! 🙂 And wow, it really does come beautifully out of the mug! I love mug cakes – they are so fun!
Ashley @ My Midwest Table says
I have yet to make a mug cake! I think my reason is I know it will be SO good that I just won’t be able to stop making them. 🙂 I think you’ve convinced me!
Shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com says
Yum! I have yet to try a mug cake – but this looks so good and with a layer of frosting this would be totally irresistible! Looking forward to seeing what else you tackle from that cookbook
Nora (Buttercream Fanatic) says
As though this recipe isn’t already charming enough, the measurements are in dessertspoons! So adorable!
Beth @ bethcakes says
I have tried to make my own mug cake recipes before, but they turned terribly, haha. So I’ll have to stick to using other people’s recipes, like this one! It looks perfectly chocolaty. 🙂
Prudy @butter, basil, and breadcrumbs says
So here is the scoop, my darling little friend…
I’ve been sitting here at my desk dreaming of something chocolate after eating a julienne salad. I just need something sweet now.
What pops up is an email from you… Chocolate cake in a mug.
I thought…wouldn’t that be nice to have all of the ingredients here right now…I’d just have to throw them into a mug, toss it in the microwave..and life would be grand.
I just emailed this to a bunch of my co-workers. I’m bringing the ingredients in tomorrow… and we’ll have cake whenever we want!!
I LOVE this!! Yay!! You rock. You are a rocker. Rocking. The rockest. <3
Pamela says
Cake whenever you want is a very magical thing! Enjoy Prudy!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
Thanks for testing out the recipe for us. I know that it is hard work 🙂 Looks delicious!
Pamela says
On my resume: really good at eating chocolate cake. 😉
NewsAnchorToHomemaker says
Well, that just looks simply delicious! And an easy way to cure a chocolate craving!
Johlene says
Hey! I love chocolate cake in a mug, so easy to do and so delish! Please check out my latest blog post becausen I mentioned you.. I made bread & butter pudding in the microwave and referred to your “Quick french toast in a Mug” recipe!
Xx
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent says
Love the look of this chocolatey cake in a mug!
Chris @ Shared Appetite says
I’ve been seeing these cakes in mugs but still have yet to try it. I think I need to! But I may need multiple mugs… they look so good! I want double, ok triple, servings! haha
Suzanne says
I love cake in a mug, will make this tonight, It’s a perfect portion and so light. Love it!
Pam says
Yum! My kiddos would love this.
Dee @ The Kitchen Snob says
You had me at cho….
And for breakfast – my favorite!
[email protected] says
That chocolate cake in a mug…what can I say…looks just delicious! 🙂 ela
Laura @ The Rookie Cook says
Looks yummy! The hubby loooves mug cakes!
Monica says
These are so much fun! My little guy and I made one one night from a book on one-bowl baking we checked out at the library. He was amazed and very proud of himself. We all dug in with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. : )