Description
Satisfy your chocolate cravings in minutes with this easy Microwave Molten Chocolate Cake! This single-serve chocolate mug cake features a soft, fluffy exterior and a rich, gooey molten chocolate center. Made with simple pantry ingredients and cooked in just 45–60 seconds, this quick microwave dessert requires no oven, no complicated baking techniques, and minimal cleanup. Enjoy it warm straight from the mug with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible chocolate treat.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or vegetable oil)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Molten Chocolate Center
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1 tablespoon water or milk
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug with a capacity of at least 8–10 ounces, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir with a fork until evenly mixed.
- Prepare the batter: Add the milk, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until you have a smooth batter with no dry flour at the bottom of the mug.
- Add the chocolate center: Drop the chocolate chips into the center of the batter. Pour the water or milk directly over the chocolate chips. Do not stir.
- Microwave the cake: Cook on high for 45–60 seconds, checking at 45 seconds. The edges should look set while the center remains soft and glossy. Microwave power varies, so add a few seconds if necessary.
- Rest and serve: Carefully remove the hot mug from the microwave and let the cake rest for 2 minutes. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, fresh raspberries, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking: Start with 45 seconds and check the cake. Excessive cooking can make the center dry instead of molten.
- Choose the right mug: Use a microwave-safe mug of at least 8–10 ounces to leave room for the cake to rise.
- Butter or oil: Melted butter adds richness, while neutral vegetable or canola oil keeps the cake moist.
- Customize the center: Try milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, or a spoonful of hazelnut spread.
- Serve immediately: This dessert tastes best warm, when the chocolate center is soft and flowing.
- Storage: This single-serving dessert is best eaten fresh rather than stored or reheated.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Fat: 19 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g