Chocolate Mug Cake is the ULTIMATE easy dessert. It’s light and fluffy, packed with rich chocolate flavor, and best of all, you get it all to yourself! This recipe is made with just 8 ingredients and comes together in minutes. Guaranteed to satisfy all your chocolate cravings!

I don’t know about you… but there are times when I NEED a chocolate fix. And yes, I could bake a cake… or a pan of brownies… or maybe a batch of cookies. But most often, when I need chocolate, I need it right away.

Which I what I LOVE so much about mug cakes.

They’re ready in just 5 minutes, they require no actual baking skills, and the best part of all? You don’t have to share!

This recipe was made for an extra large mug (you know – to satisfy an extra large craving) but it can also be divided in half or split into two separate mugs. The bottom line is… no matter what size your craving is… I’ve got you covered!

🍫 Ingredients

• 4 Tbsp. salted butter
• 1/4 c. chocolate chips
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 c. granulated sugar
• 2 Tbsp. cocoa powder
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 c. all purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder

📋 Instructions

1. Combine butter and chocolate chips in a large mug.
2. Microwave on high power for 30 seconds; remove from microwave and stir until completely melted.
3. Add eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla. Stir well.
4. Add flour and baking powder and stir until completely incorporated.
5. Microwave on high power for 1 minute. Stop microwave and stir, reaching spoon all the way to the bottom of the mug.
6. Microwave 30 more seconds, then stop microwave and microwave 15-30 seconds more.
7. Top with a handful of chocolate chips and whipped cream as desired.

🥜 Recipe variations

• Add additional chocolate chips to batter before baking
• Add chopped walnuts, pecans, or peanuts
• Add a spoonful of peanut butter to the mug before baking
• Add m&m’s or Reese’s Pieces
• Add 1 Tbsp. of rainbow sprinkles
• Top with mini marshmallows and graham cracker crumbs to make it s’mores
• Top with your favorite ice cream

♨️ Storing & reheating

Leftover mug cake can be stored, covered, at room temperature for up to 1 day. To reheat, place it in the microwave for 15-30 seconds, just until warm.

☕️ What to serve it with

• White Russian
• Espresso Martini
• Vanilla Almond Latte
• Coconut White Chocolate Mocha

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• Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cakes
• Edible Cookie Dough
• Chocolate Pudding Cake
• Chocolate Shortbread Cookies
• Chocolate Mousse Stuffed Strawberries
• Frozen Death by Chocolate Pie

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📖 Recipe

Chocolate Mug Cake

Yield: 2

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 3 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

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Ingredients

• 4 Tbsp. salted butter
• 1/4 c. chocolate chips
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 c. granulated sugar
• 2 Tbsp. cocoa powder
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 c. all purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder

Instructions

1. Combine butter and chocolate chips in a large mug (**OR divide all ingredients evenly between 2 regular sized mugs.)
2. Microwave on high power for 30 seconds; remove from microwave and stir until completely melted.
3. Add eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla. Stir well.
4. Add flour and baking powder and stir until completely incorporated.
5. Microwave on high power for 1 minute. Stop microwave and stir, reaching spoon all the way to the bottom of the mug.
6. Microwave 30 more seconds, then stop microwave and microwave 15-30 seconds more.
7. Top with a handful of chocolate chips and whipped cream as desired.

Notes

I made this in an extra large mug, but you will likely choose to divide ingredients evenly between two regular sized mugs. IF you choose to combine them all in one mug, I would actually recommend sharing!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 561Total Fat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 247mgSodium: 379mgCarbohydrates: 55gFiber: 3gSugar: 37gProtein: 10g