Name: Chocolate Mug Cake
Prep time: 4 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 Serving
Cuisine: American

Jule’s Menu Verified

February 16, 2026

This egg-free chocolate mug cake is ready in just a few minutes, all in a single mug. A simple, super quick dessert that uses everyday pantry ingredients, with apple puree standing in for eggs and optional chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

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Chocolate Mug Cake

Jule’s Menu Verified

Ingredients

WarningMilk and 4 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

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.

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Jule’s Menu

Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.