Name: 15-Minute Chocolate Chip Fudgy Mug Cake Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons (27g) All-Purpose Flour; 2 Tablespoons (25g) Granulated Sugar; 1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder; Pinch of Salt; 3 Tablespoons (45ml) Milk; 1 Tablespoon (15ml) Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter; 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 2 Tablespoons (30g) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

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Introduction

This quick fudgy chocolate chip cake is the perfect single-serving dessert when you’re craving something sweet and satisfying but short on time. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s made right in your microwave and delivers rich chocolate flavor with a soft, tender crumb.

A white ceramic cup filled with a baked chocolate chip cake that rises above the cup's rim, showing a golden-brown top texture dotted with melted chocolate chips. The cup sits on a matching white saucer, which has scattered chocolate chips and a light dusting of powdered sugar. A gold spoon rests beside the cup on the saucer, all placed on a soft gray cloth over a white marbled surface. The scene is softly lit, highlighting the warm, crumbly texture of the cake and the smooth, shiny chocolate chips. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 Tablespoons (27g) All-Purpose Flour
2 Tablespoons (25g) Granulated Sugar

1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
Pinch of Salt

3 Tablespoons (45ml) Milk
1 Tablespoon (15ml) Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter

1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
2 Tablespoons (30g) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Instructions

Step 1: In a microwave-safe mug (about 12-14 oz capacity), whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Step 2: Add the milk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir with a spoon or small whisk until the batter is smooth and no dry streaks of flour remain, being careful not to overmix.
Step 3: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter.
Step 4: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 2 minutes. The cake should be set around the edges and still slightly fudgy in the center. (Note: microwave wattages vary, so cooking time may need slight adjustment.)

Step 5: Carefully remove the mug from the microwave and let it stand for 3 minutes to allow it to cool slightly and finish setting. Serve warm directly from the mug.

Tips & Variations

Swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark, milk, or white chocolate chips based on your preference.
For extra richness, stir in a small handful of chopped nuts or a teaspoon of peanut butter before microwaving.

If you don’t have vegetable oil, melted butter works great and adds a buttery flavor.
Use almond or oat milk as a dairy-free alternative.

Storage

This cake is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 15-20 seconds before serving to warm it through.

How to Serve

A white cup filled with a single large chocolate chip cake that rises above the cup's rim, soft and spongy with a golden-brown surface dotted generously with semi-melted, shiny dark chocolate chips. The cup sits on a white plate, scattered with a few chocolate chips and a dusting of powdered sugar. A golden spoon rests beside the cup on the plate. Everything is placed on a white marbled textured surface with a soft grey cloth beneath the plate. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this cake without a microwave?

Yes, you can bake it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes, but the texture may be slightly different and it won’t be as quick.

Why does my cake sometimes turn out dry?

Overcooking is the most common cause of dryness. Microwaves vary in power, so check the cake after 1 minute 45 seconds and adjust cooking time as needed. Also, avoid overmixing the batter to keep it tender.