Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

How to make the best and easiest chocolate chip mug cake in just 3 minutes. This quick recipe is made without eggs and baked in the microwave, giving you a perfectly soft and moist cake with all the delicious flavors of your favorite chocolate chip cookies.

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• Ingredients You Need
• Easy Chocolate Chip Mug Cake Instructions
• Serving suggestions for mug cakes
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• Storage instruction
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• Chocolate chip mug cake

My chocolate chip mug cake recipe is a super easy and quick treat made without eggs and baked in the microwave.

In just 3 minutes, you'll have a perfectly soft and moist cake with all the delicious flavors of your favorite chocolate chip cookies.

Simply mix flour, sugar, baking powder, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a microwave-safe mug.

Stir in a handful of chocolate chips, microwave for about 1-2 minutes, and enjoy a warm, gooey, chocolatey dessert that's a great recipe for any time you crave a sweet treat.

Craving for more chocolate chip recipes? Give these a try: chocolate chip cookies, chocolate chip brookie bars, chocolate chip muffins, chocolate chip cookie dough bites.

Ingredients You Need

You need these ingredients to make this vanilla mug cake with chocolate chips:

• Flour: Use cake flour or even all-purpose flour. You can use rice flour, coconut flour or almond flour to make a gluten-free version.
• Brown sugar: To sweeten this recipe use only granulated sugar such as brown sugar.
• Baking powder: Baking powder is essential as the recipe does not contain eggs to make the cake rise.
• Salt: A small pinch of salt is essential to bring out all the flavors, use fine salt or fleur de sel.
• Milk: Milk helps to moisten and bind the ingredients, you can use cow's milk or for vegans non-dairy milk like almond milk or coconut milk.
• Vanilla: liquid vanilla extract to flavor the recipe.
• Butter: This chocolate chip cake is made with butter which adds a delicious flavor like in cookie recipes, use unsalted and melted butter. You can replace the butter with a vegetable oil such as sunflower oil.
• Chocolate chips: small chocolate chips or pieces of baked chocolate.

Easy Chocolate Chip Mug Cake Instructions

Here are some quick visual instructions. Don't forget that the full instructions with the exact ingredients can be found in the main recipe card below!

Step 1: Place the dry ingredients directly into the mug or in a small bowl, flour, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder. And mix with a tablespoon to get a homogeneous mixture so that the yeast is well dispersed.

Step 2: Then add all wet ingredients, melted butter, vanilla extract and milk. And stir again with a spoon just until the mixture is smooth without lumps.

Bake mug cake

Step 3: Finish by adding chocolate chips in the mug cake batter and stir again to incorporate them.

Step 4: And sprinkle a few more extra chocolate chips on top of the mug before cooking the coffee mug in the microwave for about 1 minute to 1 minute 30 and no more.

Enjoy! Let the mug cake cool a bit before enjoying it a slightly warmed up with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Serving suggestions for mug cakes

• Scoop of ice cream: Add a scoop of vanilla or your favorite ice cream flavor for a delicious contrast between warm cake and cold ice cream.
• Drizzle with Sauce: Pour some caramel, chocolate, or fruit sauce over the mug cake for extra flavor and moisture.
• Add Fresh Fruit: Top with fresh berries, banana slices, or any seasonal fruit for a refreshing twist.
• Sprinkle with Nuts: Add some crushed nuts like almonds, walnuts, or pecans for a crunchy texture.
• Whipped Cream: Add a dollop of whipped cream for a light and airy topping.
• Add a Cookie Crumble: Crumble some cookies on top for an added crunchy texture.
• Peanut Butter Swirl: Add a swirl of peanut butter on top for a creamy and nutty flavor.
• Sprinkles: For a fun and festive touch, add colorful sprinkles, especially great for kids or celebrations.

Storage instruction

Room Temperature: Enjoy the mug cake immediately after baking. If saving for later in the day, cover it with plastic wrap or a plate at room temperature.

Refrigeration: For short-term storage (up to 2 days), tightly cover the mug cake with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds before serving.

Freezing: To store for longer periods (up to 1 month), transfer the cooled mug cake to an airtight container and freeze. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds when ready to enjoy again.

Recipe Questions

How do I prevent my mug cake from overflowing?

Make sure to use a large microwave-safe mug with plenty of room for the cake to rise. Fill the mug only halfway with batter to avoid overflow.

Can I make a vegan version of this mug cake?

Absolutely! Use plant-based milk (such as almond or soy milk) and substitute the butter with coconut oil or a vegan butter alternative. Choose dairy-free chocolate chips as well.

How can I make my mug cake extra moist?

For an extra moist mug cake, you can add a tablespoon of yogurt or sour cream to the batter. This will enhance the texture and keep it soft.

Can I add toppings to my mug cake?

Yes, you can add a variety of toppings to your mug cake. Popular choices include whipped cream, ice cream, a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce, or a sprinkle of nuts or sprinkles.

Can I make this mug cake without a microwave?

Yes, if you don't have a microwave, you can bake the mug cake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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I hope you love this vanilla mug cake recipe. If you make it, be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know how you liked it. Happy Baking!

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