Description
A warm, fudgy, better for you chocolate mug cake made in just 5 minutes with wholesome ingredients and a microwave.
Ingredients
3 tbsp (24 g) whole wheat flour or oat flour
1 tbsp (5 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 to 2 tbsp (15 to 30 ml) maple syrup
2 tbsp (30 g) Greek yogurt or mashed banana
1 tbsp (15 ml) milk of choice
1/4 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp (15 g) dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. In a microwave safe 12 to 14 oz mug, stir together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until no cocoa clumps remain.
2. Add the Greek yogurt or mashed banana, maple syrup, and milk. Mix until a smooth, thick batter forms, similar to brownie batter.
3. Fold in the dark chocolate chips if using, keeping a few for the top if desired.
4. Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds, or until the top looks just set but the center is still slightly glossy and soft.
5. Let the mug cake rest for 1 minute to finish setting, then enjoy warm, optionally topped with yogurt, berries, or nut butter.
Notes
For an extra fudgy center, slightly undercook the mug cake and let it finish setting as it rests.
For dairy free, use coconut yogurt or mashed banana and a plant based milk.
Microwave power varies, so start with 60 seconds and add 5 to 10 second bursts only if needed.
This recipe is naturally egg free and can be made gluten free with certified gluten free oat flour.
- Prep Time: 3
- Cook Time: 2
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 44
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 5