Do you ever want to satisfy your cravings? This one minute chocolate mug cake will surely satisfy your tummy. It’s so easy to do and it will definitely make your day. All you need is a microwave oven and baking ingredients and the best thing about this it’s dairy-free.
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Sometimes we want uncomplicated sweet treats that we can enjoy especially if we are writing or just binge-watching. What if I tell you that this one minute chocolate mug cake can do the trick of having a sweet treat.

One Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
A mug cake is literally a cake made using a mug with the help of your microwave oven. This one minute chocolate mug cake can be enjoyed alone or share with others. You don’t need fancy baking equipment to make this chocolate mug cake.
Aside from using a mug, you can also use ramekins to microwave this mini chocolate cake. No need to use big baking pans or trays.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp dairy-free milk
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- Dairy-free chocolate chips
All you got to do is mix all dry ingredients in a mug, stir with a spoon then add liquid ingredients and stir again. Put the chocolate chips on top. Place in the microwave for 60 seconds.

One Minute Mug Cake
Equipment
- microwave oven
- mug
- measuring spoons
Ingredients Needed
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp dairyfree milk (I use unsweetened almond milk)
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch salt
- chocolate chips (lots of it)
Instructions
- In a mug add all dry ingredients. Cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt then mix until everything is combined.
- Add liquid ingredients plant based milk, oil, and vanilla then mix again.
- Add chocolate chips on top and microwave for one minute.
- Optional: Top with a plant based ice cream and enjoy.
Notes
- To make it lower in calories use applesauce.
- You can also use unsweetened soy milk or oat milk.
I saw this recipe on Instagram and recreated my own since it’s very doable. A comforting dessert that is perfect if you don’t have time to bake a whole 8 inches cake.
There you have it an easy treat one minute chocolate mug cake to enjoy. If you would like more dairy-free recipes don’t forget to follow and subscribe to my blog.
Mmmm, just one minute and on my desk – yes, ASAP! All chocolate things are healthy since cocoa is a fruit ?:))
How can you go wrong with a chocolate mug in one minute? You can’t! Looking forward to try this, it sounds easy, quick and delicious. Thank you!
Thank you Anneke 🙂
We’ve started making 2 bite brownies for birthdays, but this seems like it’ll taste much better and much less work! We’re going to try it out! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Katherine, let me know when you try it 🙂
Finally a recipe even I can make, lol! I love that it only takes 6 minutes to make before you get a delicious chocolate cake.
Thanks Millicent, I hope you can try!
These mug cakes are getting super common, This looks amazing, I love everything chocolate !
Because they are easy to make without using many baking equipments 🙂 Thank you Rochelle
This looks so delicious and it is much easier to make than the recipe I was initially following! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Sandra 🙂
Thanks for sharing this easy to make cake. It looks delicious and I can’t wait to give it a try! 🙂
Thank you Lisa! Let me know when you try it.
Yum! Makes me want to make a chocolate mug cake at 5A ?
I’ve never tried to make a mug came before but sounds a quick and fantastic way to get cake.
On mug of cake washed dow with one mug of coffee here we come.
Thanks Russell hope you try it! Its super good 🙂
What a lovely mug cake! Quick and easy is sometimes best! Thanks for sharing!
Looks awesome. I love that you just need a mug. Just say no to dirty dishes