Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar (regular white sugar)
• 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (Dutch‑processed preferred)
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder (double‑acting)
• 1.5 tablespoons Sunflower Oil (can substitute with vegetable oil or melted butter)
• 5 tablespoons Milk (any dairy milk; almond milk works too)
• 1 tablespoon Nutella (or chocolate chips)
• to taste Icing Sugar (for dusting, optional)

Instructions

1. Measure and Prepare Ingredients

   Gather all ingredients and measure them using the measuring spoons. Have the mug ready for mixing.

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2. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In the mug, add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Stir until evenly distributed.

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3. Add Wet Ingredients and Mix

   Add the sunflower oil, milk, and Nutella (or chocolate chips) to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and no dry spots remain.

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4. Microwave the Cake

   Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 1‑2 minutes. Start with 1 minute, then check; add additional 15‑30 second intervals if needed until the cake has risen and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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5. Finish and Serve

   Allow the mug cake to cool for about a minute. Dust lightly with icing sugar if desired, then enjoy straight from the mug.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

3 g