10 Minute Chocolate Lava Cake in a Mug

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (no sugar added)
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder (helps the cake rise slightly)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (can be adjusted or substituted with brown sugar)
• 1 large Egg (room temperature)
• 4 tablespoons Milk (2% milk; any milk works)
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into small pieces; can be softened)
• 1 tablespoon Semi‑Sweet Chocolate Chips (can use any quality chocolate, chopped if needed)
• 2 pieces Fresh Berries (optional garnish (e.g., strawberries or raspberries))
• 2 leaves Mint Leaves (optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Mix Dry Ingredients

   Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar directly into the microwave‑safe mug. Stir with the fork until the mixture is uniform and free of lumps.

   Time: PT1M

2. Add Wet Ingredients

   Crack the egg into the mug, then pour in the milk and add the butter pieces. Mix thoroughly with the fork until the batter is smooth and glossy.

   Time: PT1M

3. Fold in Chocolate Chips

   Drop the tablespoon of semi‑sweet chocolate chips on top of the batter and gently fold them in, or simply leave them on the surface for extra molten pockets.

   Time: PT30S

4. Microwave the Mug Cake

   Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for about 1 minute 15 seconds. Watch closely; the edges should be set while the center stays slightly soft.

   Time: PT1M15S

5. Garnish and Serve

   Allow the cake to cool for a minute, then top with fresh berries and mint leaves. Enjoy while warm.

   Time: PT30S

Nutrition Facts

Calories

380

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

3 g