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chocolate cake in a mug

Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe

Whether you're looking for a quick snack or something to satisfy a sudden chocolate craving, this mug cake will surely hit the spot. Its moist texture and rich flavor make it a delicious treat to enjoy anytime.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate mug cake
Prep Time: 4 minutes
1 minute
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 640kcal

Ingredients

  • Ingredients
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons coffee
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate chips optional

Instructions

  • Whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a large microwave-safe mug.
  • Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
  • Mix in the chocolate chips (or other add-ins).
  • Microwave on high for around one to two minutes, regularly checking after one minute for doneness.

Notes

The optional chocolate chips will add about 151 calories and 7 grams of fat.
A zero-calorie sugar substitute will cut about 171 calories from the chocolate mug cake.
To quickly reduce the fat and calories, replace the butter with applesauce. Using applesauce will remove about 188 calories and 23 grams of fat.
Replace one tablespoon of butter with chocolate hazelnut spread for a richer chocolate flavor and a hint of hazelnut.

Nutrition

Calories: 640kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 501mg | Potassium: 332mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 56g | Vitamin A: 791IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 3mg
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