20-Minute Fudge Chocolate Cake
Two tender chocolate cake layers baked in a mug and stacked with rich fudge frosting — no mixer, no waiting. Slice, snap, post.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix flour, cocoa, sugar, egg, milk, and 3 tbsp melted butter in a bowl until smooth.
Step 2
Divide batter between two microwave-safe mugs. Microwave each mug 90 seconds until a toothpick comes out moist but not wet.
Step 3
Let cakes cool 3 minutes, then invert each onto a plate to release.
Step 4
Whisk 2 tbsp melted butter with cocoa powder and powdered sugar until glossy.
Step 5
Spread frosting on the flat side of one cake layer, then press the second cake on top.
Step 6
Slice and serve immediately while the cake is still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- two microwave-safe mugs or ramekins
- toothpick
- two small plates
- serrated knife
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