Chocolate mocha mug cake is a super quick dessert, made in a microwave! This 5 minute mug cake recipe combines chocolate and coffee for a rich, delicious mug of cake that can be enjoyed any time!
Let me just start by saying the mocha is optional…for those of you (crazy) people who don’t like coffee… 🙂 What’s not optional is falling for these gooey, delicious, single-serving triple chocolate cakes – made in a mug, and ready in just 5 minutes! Let me tell you all about it.
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, I’ve had Valentine’s Day desserts on my mind. (Ok…who am I kidding? When do I NOT have desserts on my mind??) But, unlike me, Jorden doesn’t have much of a sweet tooth. He’ll have an occasional bite of whatever I’m having, but for the most part, I’m on my own. As much as I LOVE all things sweet, the last thing I need is an entire chocolate cake sitting on my kitchen counter. I will literally eat it, piece by piece, until it is all. gone. (Yikes)
Enter: single serving cake for dessert. Perfect for a gal like me, who needs her sweets but also needs to not eat an entire chocolate cake! I ran across a version of this recipe as I was paging through my recipe binder recently. I love the idea of personal cakes for Valentine’s Day, Girls’ Night, Kids’ Birthday Parties, or pretty much anytime the urge strikes!
Oh, and if you’re having a Harry Potter themed kid’s birthday party, consider making Butterbeer mug cakes!
Okay…enough about my sweet tooth…on to the chocolate mug cake recipe!
Chocolate Mocha Mug Cake Recipe
5-Minute Chocolate Mocha Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp flour
- 4 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp cocoa
- 1 egg
- 3 Tbsp milk
- 3 Tbsp oil
- 3 Tbsp chocolate chips
- 3 Tbsp chocolate syrup
- A small splash of vanilla extract
- 1 large or 2 smaller coffee mugs
- For Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 2 Tbsp instant coffee granules or less for a milder flavor
- 4 Tbsp powdered sugar
- Pour ingredients into mixing bowl and beat at high speed until soft peaks form.
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients together in mug or small bowl.
- Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Pour in the milk and oil and mix well.
- Add the chocolate chips, chocolate syrup, and vanilla.
- (Pour into mug) and cook in microwave for 3 minutes on high power.
- *The cake will rise over the top of the mug while cooking.
- Allow to cool slightly, and tip out onto plate if desired.
- For Whipped Cream:
- Pour ingredients into mixing bowl and beat at high speed until soft peaks form.
Betty Daniels says
MMMMM – Make mine with a bit less coffee, please:)
Cathy Trochelman says
Oh of course…! You would need yours “weak” 🙂
Doreen says
Hi Cathy,
One word for this recipe post: YUM! I am def going to make this. Also pinning and tweeting it as it looks that delicious!
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Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Doreen! I hope you try it… it will only take you 5 minutes! 🙂
Evelyn says
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Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Evelyn!! I appreciate it! And thanks for the invite – I’ll stop on over! 🙂
~Amy~ says
Uh oh! This is probably one of those recipes I should never have found! haha I’ll be making it WAY too often!
Cathy Trochelman says
Haha – I know!! But at least it’s only a single serving… 😉
OnePerfectDay says
This sounds great!
Can you bake it in the oven? How long do you think it would it take?
Cathy Trochelman says
Yes! You can bake it in the oven… I originally tried it in a 1/2 pint mason jar and of course didn’t write down the temp & time (grrrr). I want to 350 for about 40 min? They took a while to set. Hope this helps! 🙂
Chad & Cassidy says
Hi, I found you over at Salt Tree’s link up. I can’t wait to try this… I might right now 🙂
I pinned it and am following you too.
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Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Cassidy! I appreciate it!!
Kathy Moody says
Oh, these look so yummy! I am afraid you’ve got me hooked already!! LOL I can see this becoming a habit. Thank you so much for sharing at A Bouquet of Talent! I can’t wait to try these. 🙂
Hugs
Kathy
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Kathy! Hope you enjoy your new habit – lol 🙂
Debi @ Adorned From Above says
This looks delicious. I have a link party called Wednesdays Adorned From Above Blog Hop and would love to have you share this and any other posts with everyone. It runs from Tuesday night through midnight Sunday.
Cathy Trochelman says
I’ll be there this week, Debi. Thanks for the invite! 🙂
Jodi D. says
I’m so curious about this. I make a lot of cakes, but the thought of a cake made in a coffee cup…well, I just have to try it. Sounds fabulous. Jodi
Cathy Trochelman says
I hope you do, Jodi! And be sure to eat it warm… I should have put that in the post! 🙂
lisa says
hello,
Lovely recipe.. I pinched it to my “justapinch.com page 🙂 are you on there ? Great recipes .
course it gives you credit for the recipe..
lisa
Cathy Trochelman says
Hi Lisa!
I’m not on there, but I’ll check it out! Thanks for the suggestion!
Cathy
Seaweed and Raine says
I’ve made mug cakes before – but I was a little less than impressed… the mocha though, does have my attention. Thanks for the twist! 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
The chocolate chips and chocolate syrup are also a fun twist… hope you give it a try!! 🙂
Julia Kendrick says
MMmmm! Who couldn’t like a 5 minute cake?!? LOL I pinned it! Julia @ http://www.juliakendrick.com
Cathy Trochelman says
I know, right?? It’s the perfect little treat to make for yourself anytime! 🙂
Bethany says
Yum! Looks delicious!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Bethany! Glad you stopped by! 🙂
M.J. Powell says
Thanks for sharing your great ideas! We would love to have you come to our very 1st link party. It is live The Busy Bee’stoday! Please come and link up as many of your ideas as you would like! You can find us here
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Thanks! Joye & Myrna
Cathy Trochelman says
Thank you – and thanks for the invite! I just linked up now 🙂
lucy says
wow, looks deelish!! Pinning!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks Lucy!
Diana - FreeStyleMama says
This looks *FANTASTIC*!!
Diana - FreeStyleMama says
Thanks for linking up!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks Diana! Love the descriptor!! 🙂
Diane says
Love mug cakes… the frosting looks delicious.
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Diane! Couldn’t be easier… 🙂
Linda@With A Blast says
I am always in for a mug cake 😉 Pinned ! {from the Pin Me party}
Cathy Trochelman says
Awesome – thanks Linda!
Elizabeth Mateer says
This. Looks. So. Good. Thanks for sharing!
Cathy Trochelman says
Lol – thanks!! 🙂
Rebecca @ Herons Crafts says
This looks awesome! I love microwave Brownie cakes! Thanks for the recipe!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks for stopping by, Rebecca! I hope you give it a try!
Alexis AKA MOM says
OMGosh that looks amazing!! Stopping by from Pin Me Party, Pinned this to make soon. I’m your newest follower, stop by when you have time 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks Alexis! Glad you stopped by, I’ll definitely visit you back! 🙂
Kathie says
Hello!
I found you from the Mop it up Mondays link up. I would love to have you come share your post with my readers over at Sassy Little Lady’s Show and Tell Saturday. Hope to see you there!
Kathie
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks for the invite, Kathie!
Renea (cupcake-n-bake) says
Ooooh I love mug cakes. I’ve been wanting to try to make one. Thanks for linking up to Manic Monday!
Cathy Trochelman says
Easiest recipe ever! Thanks, Renea! 🙂
HungryLittleGirl says
I actually have a recipe list for different mug cakes pinned on my fridge for “emergencies” haha, now your cream topping will go on there too!
Thank you so much for sharing this at Wednesday Extravaganza – see you there again next week with more deliciousness 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
Lol – I know exactly what you mean by “emergencies” – so funny!
Bethany Lee says
Oh my! This looks divine! I’m pinning to my “Yummy” board. 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
Perfect! Thanks, Bethany! 🙂
Theresa says
Chocolate love in a cup! Thanks for sharing with me @ DearCreatives.com Hope your having a great week! Theresa
Lauren says
I’ve yet to make a successful mug cake… I might have to give this one a try. Pinning it for future reference.
Danielle Wells says
Wow!These look so good! Definitely trying this recipe! 🙂 Followed you over from link party and have enjoyed looking through your blog!
Danielle@ snipetsofinspiration.com