Instant Chocolate Mug Cake (No Egg)
The ultimate emergency dessert. This chocolate mug cake is rich, moist, and fudgy—and it's ready in 60 seconds. Unlike many mug cakes that turn rubbery due to egg, this eggless version stays tender and moist. Deep chocolate flavor comes from cocoa powder and chocolate chips. It's a single-serving miracle for when you need a sweet treat but don't want to bake a whole cake. Dangerously good.
Method
- Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt in a microwave-safe mug.
- Stir in milk and oil until smooth (no clumps!).
- Drop chocolate chips into the center (molten core!).
- Microwave on high for 60 seconds.
- Let cool for 1 minute before digging in.
Microwave times are for a 1,000 W microwave, the usual US size. In an 800 W microwave (common in the UK and Europe) add about a quarter more time; at 1,200 W check a little early.
The ultimate emergency dessert. This chocolate mug cake is rich, moist, and fudgy—and it’s ready in 60 seconds. Unlike many mug cakes that turn rubbery due to egg, this eggless version stays tender and moist. Deep chocolate flavor comes from cocoa powder and chocolate chips. It’s a single-serving miracle for when you need a sweet treat but don’t want to bake a whole cake. Dangerously good.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 360 kcal
- Protein
- 4 g
- Carbs
- 45 g
- Fat
- 16 g
- Fibre
- 2 g
- Sugar
- 24 g
- Sodium
- 180 mg
Values are estimates based on USDA FoodData Central and vary with brands and portioning.
Chef notes
Do not overcook! It continues cooking as it cools.
Add a drop of vanilla extract for better aroma.
Substitutions
- Milk: Water or coffee (mocha flavor)
- Oil: Applesauce (low fat)
- Sugar: Brown sugar for caramel notes
Serving suggestions
Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage
Eat immediately.
Reheating
Microwave for 10 seconds to re-melt the chocolate.
Equipment
- Microwave Safe Mug
- Spoon
Variations
- Lava Cake: Put a piece of chocolate bar in middle
- Peanut Butter: Swirl in 1 tsp PB
- Nutty: Add chopped walnuts
Why it works
Without egg, the structure relies on gluten and baking powder, creating a texture closer to a brownie than a sponge cake.
Frequently asked questions
Why is it hard?
Overcooked. try 45-50 seconds.
Can I bake it?
Yes
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