Hot Cocoa Mug Cake
Hot Cocoa Mug Cake is the perfect small-batch dessert! This easy recipe makes enough for 2, and it’s rich, chocolatey, and perfect any time of the year. It’s great for a quick bite of something sweet or as the finish to a delicious dinner. Share it with someone special on Valentine’s Day, but it’s great all year long, too!
Mug cakes are the best thing ever! I love mug cakes – they’re so quick and easy and I don’t have to be tempted by taking too large a portion or by having seconds. These portioned desserts are ready in just minutes, too, so you can satisfy that sweet tooth whenever cravings come up.
Hot Cocoa Mug Cake
This Hot Cocoa Mug Cake features a rich, chocolatey flavor that comes from a hot cocoa mix. You want to make sure you’re using a good quality mix. I like the Trader Joe’s brand, but any will work. You want it to be rich and chocolatey with a touch of creaminess. And, just like any cup of hot chocolate, you can top these fabulous mini cakes with marshmallows!
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Ready for a super simple recipe that’s all about chocolate? Give these Hot Cocoa Mug Cakes a try! Double or triple the recipe if you’re serviing more than 2 guests!
Why I love this recipe
- Who doesn’t love a scratch-made chocolatey dessert that’s ready in under 5 minutes?
- It’s rich, flavorful, and loaded with chocolate flavor.
- There are no eggs in this recipe so it’s great for anyone with an egg allergy.
- This mug cake recipe makes 2 servings, but you can double the recipe to make enough for 4.
Gather these ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Hot cocoa mix – Use a good brand; I like the Trader Joe’s brand.
- Whole milk
- Unsalted butter – Melted.
- Granulated white sugar
- Salt
- Vanilla extract – Pure or artificial vanilla is fine.
- Almond extract
- Baking powder
- Chocolate chips
Optional toppings
- Fudge sauce
- Chocolate chips
- Whipped cream
- Dried marshmallows
How to make the best Hot Cocoa Mug Cake
- Find 2 large mugs, approximately the same size. They should be microwave-safe mugs.
- Combine the all-purpose flour, hot cocoa mix, whole milk, melted butter, white sugar, a pinch of salt, the vanilla and almond extracts, baking powder and chocolate chips in a small bowl and stir until combined.
- Divide the batter between the 2 mugs.
- Microwave one mug at a time for 90-120 seconds or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
- Repeat with the second mug cake.
- Add your favorite toppings, allow it to cool for a minute or two before serving, then dig in!
Tips & substitutions
- Mix and match the toppings to find your favorite flavor combinations.
- Double the recipe to make enough for 4 servings.
- Want extra chocolate flavor? Use dark chocolate or double chocolate hot cocoa mix.
- Don’t overcook the mug cakes! Check them at 90 seconds, and insert a toothpick into the center. If they’re still gooey, cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Serving suggestions
Mug cakes are the perfect quick and easy dessert. I love serving them after casual meals like a Meatball Casserole or just a hearty bowl of soup. They’re also perfect with a cup of coffee for an afternoon pick-me-up or whenever you’re craving a bit of something sweet and chocolatey.
Storage
Thes mug cakes are best eaten fresh. If you do have leftovers, let them cool, then cover them with plastic wrap and store them in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Check out these awesome chocolate recipes while you’re here
- Rolled Chocolate Angel Cake
- Chocolate Buttermilk Waffles
- No-Bake Chocolate Mousse Pie
- High Altitude Chocolate Bundt Cake
- Cookie Butter Brownies
Get the Recipe:
Hot Cocoa Mug Cake
Ingredients
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- ½ cup hot cocoa mix, we use Trader Joe’s
- ½ cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons granulated white sugar
- pinch of salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoon favorite chocolate chips
Topping:
- Fudge sauce
- Optional: Dry mini marshmallow bits
Instructions
- In a small bowl, add all of the ingredients and mix well with a whisk. Pour into 2 large mugs.
- When ready to serve, place one mug at a time in the microwave for 90 seconds up to 2 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when placed in the center of the cake.
- Add toasted marshmallows on top and drizzle with hot fudge sauce.
- While cooling, cook the other mug of cake.
- Allow it to cool for one to two minutes before eating.
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