Description
This Hot Chocolate Mug Cake is a quick and easy single-serving dessert that’s ready in just 6 minutes. Made with pantry staples like flour, hot cocoa mix, and sugar, it’s a warm, chocolaty treat topped with gooey mini marshmallows. Perfect for when you want a cozy indulgence without the fuss of baking a full cake.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Hot Cocoa Mix
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons milk
- 2 teaspoons Vegetable Oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Add-ins and Toppings
- 1 Tablespoon Chocolate Chips (optional)
- 12-15 Mini Marshmallows (for serving)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Stir together the flour, hot cocoa mix, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a 12 oz microwave-safe mug until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mug and mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Microwave Cooking: Microwave the mug on high power for 60-90 seconds. The cake should be set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cake center (avoiding melted chocolate chips); it should come out clean. If not done, continue microwaving in 10-15 second intervals until cooked through.
- Serve: Top the hot cake with mini marshmallows immediately and enjoy your cozy hot chocolate mug cake.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on microwave wattage; adjust accordingly to avoid overcooking.
- The cake will continue to cook slightly after microwaving, so avoid overcooking to maintain a moist texture.
- Use a microwave-safe mug for safety.
- Optional chocolate chips add extra gooeyness but can be omitted or substituted with nuts or other mix-ins.
- For a vegan version, substitute milk with a plant-based milk and use a vegan hot cocoa mix.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
