5-Minute Fudgy Chocolate Cake
Microwave magic: two thick, moist chocolate layers built and frosted in under 5 minutes. No mixer, no waiting—just a warm slice that tastes like it took hours.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, and baking powder in a microwave-safe bowl until no lumps remain.
Step 2
Stir in milk until a thick batter forms, then divide evenly between two microwave-safe ramekins or mugs.
Step 3
Microwave each mug for 60 seconds on high. Center should look just set, slightly fudgy inside.
Step 4
Melt chocolate chips and butter together in a small bowl (30 seconds, stirring halfway through).
Step 5
Pour warm fudge frosting over both cakes, letting it drip down the sides.
Step 6
Serve immediately while fudge is still warm and glossy.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe bowl
- two microwave-safe mugs or ramekins (8-10 oz each)
- whisk
- spoon
- small microwave-safe bowl
- microwave
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