5-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake Stack
Two fudgy chocolate cakes baked in a mug, stacked with whipped chocolate frosting. No mixer, no layer pans — ready in 5 minutes with viral TikTok appeal.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 3g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix flour, cocoa powder, and sugar in a microwave-safe mug. Stir in milk and a pinch of salt until smooth batter forms.
Step 2
Microwave for 60–90 seconds until cake is set but still fudgy in the center. Let cool 1 minute.
Step 3
Repeat steps 1–2 to make a second cake in another mug or invert the first onto a plate.
Step 4
Whip chocolate frosting with heavy cream for 30 seconds until fluffy. Spread between cake layers or on top.
Step 5
Stack cakes or top one cake generously. Serve immediately while warm.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug (12 oz)
- small spoon or whisk
- second mug or plate
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