Matilda Mug Cake (Eggless, Moist & Fudgy!)

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (sifted for a soft base)
• 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder (unsweetened, deep chocolate flavor)
• 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (fine granules for even sweetness)
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking Powder (double‑acting)
• pinch Salt (fine sea salt to balance flavor)
• 4 tablespoons Milk (any dairy or plant‑based milk works)
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (neutral flavor)
• 1 tablespoon Thick Yogurt (plain Greek yogurt for extra moisture)
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla for warmth)
• 1 piece Dark Chocolate (70% cocoa, about ½ oz, for molten core)
• 2 tablespoons Chocolate Chips (semi‑sweet for ganache)
• 0.5 teaspoon Unsalted Butter (melted, for ganache)
• 1 tablespoon Milk (for ganache)

Instructions

1. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In the large microwave‑safe mug, add 4 Tbsp all‑purpose flour, 2 Tbsp cocoa powder, 3 Tbsp sugar, ¼ tsp baking powder and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT2M

2. Add Wet Ingredients

   Pour 4 Tbsp milk into the mug, then add 1 Tbsp melted butter, 1 Tbsp vegetable oil, 1 Tbsp thick yogurt and ½ tsp vanilla extract.

   Time: PT1M

3. Mix the Batter

   Stir the mixture vigorously until the batter is silky and free of lumps. Scrape the sides and bottom of the mug to incorporate any hidden flour.

   Time: PT1M

4. Insert Chocolate Center

   Press a piece of dark chocolate or a spoonful of chocolate chips into the center of the batter.

   Time: PT30S

5. Microwave the Cake

   Microwave on medium‑high power for about 1 minute 20 seconds. The edges should be set while the center remains slightly soft.

   Time: PT1M20S

6. Prepare Ganache Topping

   In a small bowl, combine 2 Tbsp chocolate chips and microwave for 30 seconds until they start melting. Stir in ½ tsp melted butter and 1 Tbsp milk until smooth and glossy.

   Time: PT1M

7. Add Ganache

   Pour the warm ganache over the mug cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

   Time: PT30S

8. Finish and Serve

   Dust with a little extra cocoa powder or icing sugar if desired. Enjoy your eggless Matilda mug cake!

   Time: PT15S

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

2 g