Description
Whipping up chocolate lava mug cake takes just minutes in your microwave, delivering a rich chocolate treat straight to your plate. Warm, gooey chocolate goodness comes together with simple pantry ingredients, making this quick dessert your perfect sweet solution.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Leavening and Seasoning:
- ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Instructions
- Grab a microwave-safe mug and toss in 4 tablespoons flour, 4 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, ⅛ teaspoon baking powder, and ⅛ teaspoon salt. Whisk these dry ingredients until they’re evenly combined.
- Pour 3 tablespoons milk, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract into the mug. Stir the mixture thoroughly until a smooth batter forms.
- If you’re craving extra chocolate, sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons chocolate chips into the batter. Gently fold them in without overmixing.
- Place your mug in the microwave and cook at full power for 60-90 seconds. Watch carefully to prevent overcooking – the cake should look slightly wet in the center.
- Remove the mug carefully – it will be hot. Let the cake cool for 30 seconds, then tap it onto a plate if you want to see the lava center.
- Dust your chocolate lava cake with powdered sugar or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent finishing touch.
Notes
- Check chocolate quality for best flavor, using dark or semi-sweet chocolate with at least 60% cocoa content.
- Measure ingredients precisely to ensure the right cake texture and prevent dryness or excessive moisture.
- Microwave times vary by wattage, so start with 60-90 seconds and adjust based on your specific microwave power.
- For gluten-free version, swap all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free baking blend to accommodate dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Cakes
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg