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3 Ingredient Mug Cake

3 Ingredient Mug Cake

Quick and easy mug cakes made with just three ingredients, perfect for satisfying late-night cravings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Mug Cake Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoons milk (or any milk alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Vanilla Mug Cake Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons self-rising flour (or all-purpose flour + 1/4 tsp baking powder)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Chocolate Mug Cake Preparation
  1. In a microwave-safe mug, combine the flour, sugar, and cocoa powder. Stir until well mixed.
  2. Pour in the milk, oil, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix until smooth and no lumps remain.
  3. Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds (adjust time based on your microwave’s power).
  4. Let it sit for a minute, then enjoy your 3 ingredient mug cake! If it’s still undercooked, microwave in 10-second intervals.
Vanilla Mug Cake Preparation
  1. In a mug, mix the flour and sugar.
  2. Pour in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
  3. Cook for 1 minute (adjust as needed).
  4. Let it cool slightly before digging into your 3 ingredient mug cake!

Notes

For a gooey center in the chocolate mug cake, slightly undercook it. If you prefer a firmer texture, extend the cooking time by 10–15 seconds. The vanilla mug cake can be enhanced with fruity add-ins or a sprinkle of cinnamon.