This quick and easy microwave chocolate mug cake is ready in less than 2 minutes, perfect for a single serving, and made without eggs. Packed with chocolate flavor and boasting a molten lava center, this no-fail recipe is my go-to for those late-night dessert cravings. Here’s how to make a mug cake with step-by-step photos and a video.
This chocolate mug cake in the microwave is a delicious and fudgy treat that's ready in minutes. The eggless mug cake has a super moist texture with a gooey, almost brownie-like center that explodes with rich chocolate flavor in every bite. It's one of the easiest dessert recipes that you will ever make. Just mix the ingredients, microwave, and enjoy! Super easy and quick.
This eggless microwave mug cake recipe is a lifesaver for those nights when you want something sweet but don't want the hassle of baking a full chocolate cake. Enjoy a single-serve chocolate mug cake. Need more? This is a single-serve mug cake recipe that can be easily scaled up for two or four servings.
This microwave mug cake is quick, easy, and requires no fancy ingredients. This chocolate mug cake is made without eggs. In less than 2 minutes, you can enjoy a mug of warm chocolate cake that’s deliciously rich and chocolaty.
This mug cake recipe is completely customizable. Top it with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, fresh fruit, or even a sprinkle of your favorite nuts for an extra special treat. I prefer my mug cake without whipped cream. The gooey chocolaty center is perfect on its own. It's delicious, and I love the way it is.
Watch how to make a mug cake in the microwave
Mug Cake Recipe Ingredients
This easy chocolate mug cake is made with pantry-staple ingredients and is ready in less than 2 minutes. That's faster than waiting in line for ice cream. For a detailed list of ingredients and measurements check out the recipe card below.
- All-purpose flour (maida) - For the base of the cake.
- Cocoa powder - I have used unsweetened cocoa powder for this mug cake recipe. Use the best quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate mug cake.
- Baking powder - Leavens the batter for a fluffy and light cake, causing the cake to rise in the mug while baking. No baking soda is used in this mug cake recipe.
- Powdered sugar - Substitute with icing sugar. You can powder granulated sugar in a mixer/blender jar and use it in this chocolate mug cake recipe.
- Vegetable oil - Use any oil that should not have any strong smell or taste. Do not cut down the quantity of oil as it keeps the mug cake nice and moist.
- Milk - Use milk at room temperature. I have used full-fat milk for this mug cake recipe.
- Dark chocolate compound (as required to create the molten center.) You can use milk chocolate too. You can also use chocolate chips for this easy mug cake recipe.
How to make Chocolate Mug Cake?
- Whisk dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, sugar, etc.) in a mug.
- Whisk in milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add a chocolate cube in the center (for the lava center).
- Microwave on high (700W) for 80 seconds (adjust for wattage) OR bake at 180°C convection for 15 minutes. Cool slightly and enjoy!
Step by Step Instructions with Photos
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, baking powder, coffee powder, and salt.
2) Next, whisk in milk, oil & 1 teaspoon vanilla essence until smooth. Make sure no lumps are formed. Avoid overmixing the mug cake batter; it will make the mug cake tough.
3) To create lava in the center, place a small cube of a dark chocolate compound in the middle. Do not stir it. If you do not have dark chocolate compound add chocolate chips works fine.
4) Microwave on high (700 watts) for 80 seconds. Every microwave is different; the timings may vary with your mug cake. Or Bake it in convection mode at 180 degrees Celsius in a preheated oven for 15 minutes.
5) The microwave chocolate mug cake is ready. Let the cake cool for a minute in the mug before digging in. Enjoy!
Tips to Make Best Chocolate Mug Cake Without Eggs
- Use a microwave-safe mug to make chocolate mug cake.
- Ensure the mug is large enough to accommodate this chocolate cake in a mug without spilling in the microwave. The mug cake will rise while baking. The mug should hold 1.5 cups of water.
- To avoid lumps, stir until the batter is smooth and consistent. If you do not mix the batter properly you will get dry flour at the base of the mug cake.
- Be gentle, over mixing can lead to a tough cake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Let the mug cake cool down to room temperature & then serve it.
1) You can frost it & serve.
2) You can pair it up with vanilla ice cream.
3) You can also top it with marshmallows.
4) A scattering of fresh raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries adds a pop of color, tartness, and juicy sweetness.
5) For a simple yet elegant touch, dust the top of your mug cake with powdered sugar.
The microwave doesn't require any preheating. You can easily bake a mug cake in the microwave within 2 minutes.
Mug cakes can become hard and dry if cooked in the microwave for too long.
The amount of baking powder in your mug cake batter directly impacts its rise and texture. Too little and they'll be flat, too much and they'll puff up too high and then deflate. Balancing baking powder in your mug cake batter is essential. Additionally, verify the baking powder's freshness by checking its manufacturing date.
Mug Cake Variations
- For Vegan Version - You can try making it with Almond milk or Soy milk.
- Dark Chocolate Compound Substitute - A few readers suggested they added peanut butter or Nutella instead of chocolate and are happy with the outcome.
Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake
Equipment
- microwave, microwave-safe ceramic mug
Ingredients
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (maida)
- 3 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 4 tablespoon powdered sugar reduce if you prefer less sweet
- salt (a pinch)
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil (should not have any strong smell)
- ¼ cup milk
- dark chocolate compound (as required to create the molten center.) You can use milk chocolate too.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- ½ teaspoon Instant coffee powder
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, baking powder, coffee powder, and salt. Whisk gently with a fork.
- Next, whisk in milk, oil & vanilla essence until smooth. Avoid overmixing the mug cake batter; it will make the mug cake tough.
- To create molten lava in the center, place a small cube of a dark chocolate compound in the middle. Do not stir it. If you do not have dark chocolate compound add chocolate chips works fine.
- Microwave on high (700 w) for 80 seconds. Every microwave is different; the timings may vary with your mug cake. Or Bake it in preheated-oven at convection mode at 180 degree celsius for 15 minutes.
- The microwave chocolate mug cake is ready. Let the cake cool for a minute in the mug before digging in. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Always use a microwave-safe mug to make this cake.
- Place a microwave-safe plate under the mug to help keep the microwave clean.
- Use a fork to mix all the ingredients.
- To avoid lumps, stir until the batter is smooth and consistent. Be gentle, over mixing can lead to a tough cake.
- Ensure the mug is large enough to accommodate this chocolate cake in mug without spilling in the microwave. The mug should hold 1.5 cups of water. Mug cake will rise while cooking.
- While mixing milk, add milk little by little & mix. Make sure there are no lumps formed in the batter.
- Adding coffee powder is optional but coffee & chocolate are a beautiful combination.
- Every microwave is different; the timings may vary with your mug cake.
- For the vegan version, try using almonds, soy, or coconut milk.
- Keep an eye on the mug cake after 1 minute. If it is over baked then it will turn out hard.
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Sabirah
The best chocolate mug cake. This one is closer to an actual cake texture. I will be saving this recipe and getting rid of the others I had saved.
Preeti
Thanks