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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
10-Min Chocolate Fudge Mug Cake
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder in a mug until no lumps remain.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in milk and melted butter until the batter is smooth and lump-free.

  3. Step 3

    Fold in chocolate chips, pushing some into the bottom of the mug.

  4. Step 4

    Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds until the cake rises and a toothpick comes out barely moist.

  5. 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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