5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
By: Leah Rodrigues
Published: May 13, 2013

If you have a hankering for something sweet but are short on time, this 5 minute chocolate mug cake is the solution. This quick and easy dessert is is made in the microwave in just three minutes. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
Ingredients:



4 tablespoons flour
4 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)
small splash of vanilla extract
 
Directions:




   
Add dry ingredients to mug, and mix well. Add the egg and mix thoroughly.


   
Pour in the milk and oil and mix well.


   
Add the chocolate chips (if using) and vanilla extract, and mix again.


   
Put your mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes at 1000 watts. The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed!


   
Allow to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired.