Description
A rich, gooey molten lava chocolate mug cake that’s made in just 5 minutes using simple ingredients. Perfect for a quick dessert fix with a delicious molten center.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, add the butter and chocolate chips. Microwave for about 30 seconds until melted, then stir until smooth.
- Add the egg to the mug and whisk it well with the melted chocolate mixture.
- Add sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Microwave the mug for 50-70 seconds, depending on your microwave power. The top should be just set, and the center should still look slightly molten.
- Let it sit for 1 minute before digging in. Optionally, top with ice cream or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Do not overcook or you will lose the molten center.
- Microwave strength varies, so check after 50 seconds.
- You can use milk chocolate instead of semi-sweet for a sweeter flavor.
- Serve immediately for best results.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
