Decadent Chocolate Lava Mug Cake for Two
A quick and easy 5-minute microwave mug cake recipe for two, featuring a rich molten chocolate center and tender crumb. Perfect for cozy nights or last-minute treats.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons (48 grams) all-purpose flour
- 5 tablespoons (63 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons (15 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed recommended)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 5 tablespoons (75 ml) milk, room temperature (whole milk preferred; almond or oat milk as dairy-free alternatives)
- 3 tablespoons (42 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) chocolate chips or chunks (semi-sweet preferred; dark or milk chocolate works)
- 1/8 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and optional espresso powder until evenly combined.
- Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a fork or whisk until smooth and lump-free.
- Divide the batter evenly into two microwave-safe mugs, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Drop 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips or chunks into the center of each mug’s batter without stirring.
- Microwave each mug individually on high for 50-60 seconds (1000 watt microwave), until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Let the cakes cool for 1-2 minutes before serving to enjoy the molten lava center safely.
Notes
Adjust microwave time in 5-second increments to avoid overcooking. Use room temperature milk for better batter consistency. Do not stir chocolate chips into batter to maintain molten center. Let cake rest 1-2 minutes before eating. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and milk with almond or oat milk. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake (half of
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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