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Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

May 10, 2023 by Greta Talas 8 Comments

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the daily stress and just want to lay in bed and not do anything? Everybody has those days. Usually, those days go with a “not cooking anything” phrase too, and we just eat the leftovers or make something that doesn’t take so much time. Chocolate Chip Mug Cake is the perfection of dessert for those days.

chocolate chip mug cake in a white cup and white spoon next to it

This eggless mug cake is one of the fastest desserts you can make and you can enjoy it plain, with Nutella, or with sprinkles. This recipe is one of the original recipes for the mug cake collection which contains the all-time favorite chocolate chip.

There are so many variations people like for example the Hot Chocolate Mug Cake, the Chocolate Protein Mug Cake which you can even enjoy in the morning, or this blissful Vanilla Mug Cake.

When you want a late-night treat or just craving something sweet and you want that NOW, this recipe will save you, because, with all the preparation, it will take you like 5 minutes in total, to prepare it from the beginning until the end.

Table of Contents

  • Why You’ll Love This?
    • For a Healthier Mug Cake
  • Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
    • What toppings do you put on mug cakes?
  • How to Make the Mug Cake
    • Are mug cakes supposed to be gooey?
    • Why is my chocolate chip mug cake rubbery?
  • Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
    • Equipment
    • Ingredients  
    • Instructions 

Why You’ll Love This?

  • It’s quick to make
  • Easy to make
  • Customizable after your preference
  • Kid’s Friendly
  • Best choice for a last-minute treat

Do I have to say more reasons why Chocolate Chip Mug Cake is a good one? Look, I don’t want to talk too much, I say just try it. It just takes 4-5 minutes total with preparation included, and I let you be the judge. But I promise, you’re not going to regret it.

chocolate chip mug cake with strawberry and blueberry on the side

For a Healthier Mug Cake

All-Purpose Flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour. Alternative Milk can be swapped for skim milk or plant-based milk. For Butter substitute can be used coconut oil or apple sauce, and for Sugar, you can cut from the amount, or use honey or any sweetener of your choice.

Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

  • All-Purpose Flour
  • Light Brown Sugar
  • Baking Powder
  • Pinch of Salt
  • Milk
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Semisweet Chocolate Chip
mug cake white yogurt and berries on the side

What toppings do you put on mug cakes?

Everybody has different preferences, so there are some ideas you can choose from:

  • Rainbow or Chocolate Sprinkles
  • Any flavor of Buttercream
  • Whipped Cream
  • Sanding Sugar (Icing sugar)

…and this is just a few.

How to Make the Mug Cake

It has really simple instructions, the only thing you have to be exact is the ingredient’s amount. Just add how much it needs, otherwise, it can come out rubbery or dry.

  1. Add your dry ingredients to the mug and combine them with a small sturdy whisk until well blended.
  2. Add your liquid ingredients ( with half of the chocolate chips) to your dry ingredients and whisk them again to have a smooth mixture.
  3. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on the top of the batter.
  4. Cook in the microwave for up to 1 minute. Let it cool for a couple of minutes and enjoy!

Are mug cakes supposed to be gooey?

Mug cakes should be cooked evenly, moist, and gooey in the middle. If you want an extra soft, and gooey cake, you can cook for a bit less time. It’s recommended to wait 4-5 minutes before eating the mug cake.

mug cake with delicious chocolate chip on the top

Why is my chocolate chip mug cake rubbery?

 Your chocolate chip mug cake can be rubbery, because you overcooked it and/or added too much baking powder. Less is more with mug cake, don’t forget. It will still rise up and being beautifully appealing.

chocolate chip mug cake

Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the daily stress and just want to lay in bed and not do anything? Everybody has those days. Usually, those days go with a "not cooking anything" phrase too, and we just eat the leftovers or make something that doesn't take so much time. Chocolate Chip Mug Cake is the perfection of dessert for those days.
5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 3 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 minute min
Total Time 4 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 1 mug cake
Calories 183 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mug Cup

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp light brown sugar
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • pinch of salt
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ⅓ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Add your dry ingredients to the mug and combine them with a small sturdy whisk until well blended.
  • Add your liquid ingredients ( with half of the chocolate chips) to your dry ingredients and whisk them again to have a smooth mixture.
  • Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on the top of the batter.
  • Cook in the microwave for up to 1 minute. Let it cool for a couple of minutes and enjoy!
Keyword 1 minute dessert, chocolate chip cake, chocolate chip mug cake, chocolate chip recipe, easy dessert, microwave dessert, microwave recipe, mug cake, mug cake dessert, mug cake recipe, quick dessert, weeknight dessert
chocolate chip mug cake in a white cup

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  1. Andréa Janssen

    May 12, 2023 at 1:45 am

    5 stars
    This chocolate chip mug cake was really delicious. Easy to prepare and great, you only have to make one serving. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  2. Andrea

    May 11, 2023 at 11:22 pm

    5 stars
    this mug cake turned out so good! love that it’s one serving and easy to whip up for a sweet treat!

    Reply
  3. Mary

    May 11, 2023 at 9:50 pm

    5 stars
    Great for those late-night snack attacks when you don’t have any sweets in the house. I loved the crumb of this cake.

    Reply
  4. Sara

    May 11, 2023 at 10:22 am

    5 stars
    Sooo delicious!! I used Lily’s chocolate chips, and those worked perfectly.

    Reply
  5. Lindsey

    May 11, 2023 at 9:53 am

    5 stars
    Such an easy and delightful mug cake! The perfect amount of sweetness for a little post-dinner treat!

    Reply
  6. Lisa

    May 11, 2023 at 9:36 am

    5 stars
    This quick and easy mug cake was the perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth. I keep the recipe in my pantry now.

    Reply
  7. Addison

    May 10, 2023 at 10:05 pm

    5 stars
    This mug cake was so easy and so delicious! The perfect little dessert for any occasion.

    Reply
  8. Kris

    May 10, 2023 at 9:01 pm

    5 stars
    This was so easy and tasty! The perfect late-night treat. 🙂

    Reply

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