Vegan Chocolate Mug Cake
This Vegan Chocolate Mug Cake is a quick, easy single-serving dessert that’s rich, moist, and packed with deep cocoa flavor. Perfect for vegans and anyone wanting a fuss-free, guilt-free chocolate treat made with simple pantry staples and plant-based ingredients. Ready in under five minutes, it offers customizable options and a comforting chocolate fix without the need to bake a whole cake.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
- Total Time: 3 minutes 30 seconds
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan, Plant-Based, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons plain all-purpose flour (or almond/oat flour for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat milk)
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients carefully to ensure a smooth process; having everything ready makes mixing much easier.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder, stirring well to distribute evenly.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Pour in the plant-based milk, oil, and vanilla extract directly into the mug with the dry mix, then stir thoroughly until smooth with no lumps.
- Microwave Your Cake: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for about 90 seconds; watch carefully as microwave power varies—the cake should rise and look set on top.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the mug cake to cool for a couple of minutes before eating to avoid burns and let flavors deepen.
Notes
- Measure ingredients precisely, especially baking powder, for optimal rise.
- Do not overcook; start checking at 90 seconds to keep the cake moist.
- Use fresh cocoa powder and baking powder for best flavor and lift.
- Mix well to avoid dry pockets and ensure smooth batter.
- Add extras gradually to maintain the delicate cake texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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