Easiest Chocolate Mug Cake–The Ultimate Quick Fix

Jocelyn (Kim B’s sister)

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It’s a Friday evening. Dinner is done, the dishes are (mostly) dealt with, and you’re finally settling in for a cozy night. But then it hits you—that undeniable craving for something sweet. You check the kitchen, hoping for a forgotten cookie or a hidden stash of chocolate, but there’s nothing. Not a single treat in sight.

No worries—I’ve got you covered. This Chocolate Microwave Mug Cake is your new best friend. It’s the easiest mug cake, and is dangerously delicious! It comes together in just minutes. No need to haul out the mixer or preheat the oven. Just a few simple ingredients, a mug, and your microwave, and you’ve got a warm, gooey, homemade cake that tastes just like the real thing.

I’ve made this recipe so many times that I could probably whip it up in my sleep. It’s been my go-to whenever I want something indulgent without committing to a full batch of dessert. And let’s be honest, sometimes you just need one serving of cake—no leftovers, no regrets.

Ingredients:

4 Tbsp Flour

2 Tbsp Sugar (feel free to reduce if you prefer it less sweet)

3 Tbsp Buttermilk or Yogurt (I love using Olympic Krema Vanilla)

1 Tbsp Cocoa Powder

1 ½ Tbsp Oil (any neutral oil is fine)

¼ tsp Baking Powder

⅛ tsp Salt

Chocolate Chips (measured with your heart—don’t be shy!)

Directions:

1. In a soup mug or ramekin, mix all the ingredients together until a thick, dough-like batter forms.

2. Smooth out the top and sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips over the batter for good measure.

3. Microwave for 1 minute and 15 seconds—it will rise beautifully and become soft and cakey.

4. Let it cool for about a minute (if you can wait that long), then grab a spoon and dig in!

That’s it—instant chocolatey goodness with almost zero effort. You can dress it up with a scoop of ice cream, a drizzle of caramel, or even a dollop of whipped cream if you’re feeling fancy. Or just eat it straight from the mug because, let’s be real, that’s the best way.

Whether you’re winding down after a long day or just need a little chocolate therapy, this quick microwave cake is the perfect solution. Try it once, and I promise—it’ll become a repeat offender in your kitchen. Enjoy!