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5-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake

The #9 most googled recipe of 2026! A rich, decadent single-serving chocolate cake made in a mug in the microwave. Ready in under 5 minutes with pantry staples. Perfect for instant dessert cravings.

Prep3 mins
Cook2 mins
Serves1

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • Confectioners sugar or vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1. In a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  2. 2. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until batter is smooth with no dry spots.
  3. 3. Gently fold in chocolate chips if using.
  4. 4. Microwave on high for 1 to 1.5 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out mostly clean.
  5. 5. Let cool for 1 minute before eating.
  6. 6. Optional: top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dust with confectioners sugar.
  7. 7. Enjoy immediately while warm and gooey. Best eaten right away!
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