Name: Chocolate Mug Cake
Prep time: 4 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 Serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: baking spray, butter, or oil; 1 tbsp apple puree; 1 tsp neutral vegetable oil; 1 tbsp milk; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 teaspoons sugar; 0.5 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder; 0.25 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp chocolate chips

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Chocolate Mug Cake

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Grease a mug with a little butter, baking spray, or oil. Add applesauce, oil, milk, flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder to the mug and stir with a spoon or small whisk. Optionally, stir in chocolate chips or press a piece of chocolate into the batter.

Bake mug cakes in the microwave at the highest wattage setting for one minute.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Apple Puree Magic 🍎
Use unsweetened apple puree as an excellent egg replacement, adding moisture and binding while keeping the cake light and fluffy.
Microwave Precision ⏱️
Microwave in 15-second intervals and check consistency to prevent overcooking, which can make the mug cake dry and rubbery.
Chocolate Chip Distribution 🍫
Reserve some chocolate chips to sprinkle on top after mixing for pockets of melted chocolate and a more visually appealing dessert.
Mug Selection Matters 🥤
Choose a microwave-safe mug with high sides to prevent overflow and ensure even cooking of the cake.
Cocoa Powder Pro Tip 🥄
Sift the cocoa powder and flour together to eliminate lumps and create a smoother, more consistent chocolate mug cake texture.