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The Moistest Chocolate Mug Cake (Microwave)

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Make a single-serving chocolate cake in your microwave. This recipe yields a moist, rich cake in under five minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 Tablespoons milk
  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 Tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a standard 12-ounce microwave-safe mug. Mix the dry ingredients well with a fork.
  2. Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mug.
  3. Stir the wet and dry ingredients together until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable.
  4. Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
  5. Place the mug in the microwave. Cook on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time varies based on microwave wattage. Start with 60 seconds and add 10-second increments if the top still looks wet.
  6. Let the mug cake cool for one minute before eating directly from the mug.

Notes

  • For a fudgier texture, slightly undercook the cake by about 10 seconds.
  • If you do not have vegetable oil, you can substitute melted butter.
  • This recipe makes one serving, perfect for a dessert for one.

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Find it online: https://kingscook.com/moistest-chocolate-mug-cake-recipe/