10-Min Chocolate Fudge Mug Cake
Single-serve chocolate cake baked in a mug in the microwave — fudgy, dense, and ready in minutes. No mixer, no pans, no waiting.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 3g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder in a mug until no lumps remain.
Step 2
Stir in milk and melted butter until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
Step 3
Fold in chocolate chips, pushing some into the bottom of the mug.
Step 4
Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds until the cake rises and a toothpick comes out barely moist.
Step 5
Let cool 1 minute, then top with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug (8–12 oz)
- whisk or small spoon
- toothpick
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