single-serve chocolate mug cake (Quick and Easy)

single-serve chocolate mug cake

Dessert is ready in just 7 minutes! Treat yourself to a single-serve chocolate mug cake topped with simple chocolate frosting for an irresistible sweet treat today.

Chocolate Mug Cake Ingredients

Before you start, gather your ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need, along with some substitution options:

• 1 egg: We haven’t tried making this without eggs, but if you want to experiment, you can use a flax egg instead.
• 2 tablespoons butter: You can substitute melted coconut oil if you prefer!
• 4 tablespoons white whole wheat flour: All-purpose flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour work too.
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder: Just a little will do for this single serving.
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup: You can swap this for equal parts honey or agave syrup.
• 1 tablespoon coconut sugar: Feel free to replace this with another granulated sugar, like brown sugar.
• 3 tablespoons milk: Any type of milk will work for this recipe!
• 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips: This recipe is still delicious without them, but why not indulge?
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder: Don’t skip this ingredient! It gives the mug cake its rich chocolate flavor.

How to Make a Chocolate Mug Cake

You can enjoy this mug cake in just SEVEN minutes! Follow these simple steps:

1. Prep Your Mug

Start by spraying a medium or large mug with cooking spray. A small bowl will also work!

2. Mix Ingredients

Add all of the mug cake ingredients into the prepared mug and whisk until everything is well combined.

3. Microwave or Bake

• Microwave: Cook your mug cake on high for 60 to 90 seconds, or until fully cooked.
• Oven: Bake at 350ºF for 22-24 minutes, or until the center is fully cooked.

Pro Tip: The mug cake is done when you can insert a toothpick in the center and it comes out clean.

4. Make the Frosting

While the mug cake is cooking, prepare the chocolate frosting by mixing the following ingredients in a bowl until smooth:

• Nut butter
• Cocoa powder
• Maple syrup

Pro Tip: If the frosting is too thick, add a some melted coconut oil to thin it out.

5. Frost and Enjoy!

Once your mug cake is out of the microwave or oven, spread the frosting on top and enjoy your delicious creation!

Mug Cake FAQs

Can you make more than one mug cake at a time?
Absolutely! If you’re baking in the oven, feel free to prepare as many mugs or small bowls as you like. If you’re using the microwave, we recommend cooking them one at a time.

Can you add other ingredients to this mug cake?
While we suggest keeping the cake ingredients as is (unless you’re making substitutions), feel free to get creative with toppings like:

• Sliced bananas
• Fresh berries
• Whipped cream

How long does a mug cake last?
For the best taste, we recommend making and enjoying this mug cake right away. However, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to approximately 3 days.

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