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The Best Fudgy Chocolate Mug Cake: Moist and Ready in 5 Minutes

Close-up of a freshly baked, dark chocolate fudgy mug cake rising above the rim of a white ceramic mug.
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Make this single-serving chocolate mug cake in your microwave for a quick dessert fix. This recipe delivers a moist, fudgy texture without turning rubbery, using simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Select a microwave-safe mug (about 10-12 ounces).
  2. Add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt directly into the mug. Stir these dry ingredients together well with a fork until combined.
  3. Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture in the mug.
  4. Mix everything thoroughly until the batter is smooth and no dry pockets remain. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
  6. Place the mug in the microwave. Cook on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. Start checking at 60 seconds. The cake is done when the top looks set but the center is still slightly soft for a fudgy result.
  7. Let the mug cake cool for one minute before eating directly from the mug.

Notes

  • For a truly fudgy mug cake, err on the side of undercooking slightly; it will continue to set as it cools.
  • If your microwave is very powerful, use 50% power for 2 minutes instead of full power for 60 seconds to prevent a rubbery texture.
  • This recipe makes one serving, perfect for a dessert for one craving.

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