Ah! You’re looking for a “cake in 5 minutes”—sounds like a mug cake, which is perfect for a single serving and made in the microwave. It’s quick, easy, and satisfies a sudden cake craving. 🍰
5-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
Servings: 1
Prep + cook time: 5 min
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: chocolate chips, nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add wet ingredients
- Stir in milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Optional: fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Microwave
- Microwave on high for 1–2 minutes. Start with 1 min 30 sec, then check.
- Cake should rise and be set but still moist in the center.
- Serve
- Let cool 1–2 minutes.
- Optional toppings: a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Avoid overcooking: Microwave times vary—start shorter; the cake continues cooking slightly after removal.
- Add-ins: Peanut butter, caramel, or berries can be stirred in before microwaving.
- Single-serve fudge cake: Use 1 tbsp more cocoa and 1 tbsp less flour for extra richness.
- For a fluffier cake: Separate egg yolk and white, beat white to soft peaks, then fold in gently.
I can also give a vanilla or mug cheesecake version that cooks in 5 minutes if you want a creamy twist instead of chocolate.
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