Ah, you’re talking about a 5-minute cake, usually called a mug cake—perfect for a single-serving dessert in almost no time! Here’s a quick and foolproof recipe:
5-Minute Mug Cake (Vanilla or Chocolate)
Ingredients (for 1 serving)
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (omit if making vanilla)
- 1/8 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder (if chocolate), baking powder, and salt. Stir well.
- Add wet ingredients:
- Mix in milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth. Make sure there are no lumps.
- Microwave:
- Microwave on high for about 1–2 minutes.
- Check after 1 minute; the cake should rise and be set but still soft. Avoid overcooking—it dries out fast.
- Optional toppings:
- Chocolate chips, a scoop of ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce on top.
💡 Tips:
- Mug size matters! Use a large mug to prevent overflow.
- For extra gooeyness, press a few chocolate chips or a small piece of chocolate in the center before microwaving.
- You can double the recipe in a bigger mug if you want more than one serving.
If you want, I can also give a 5-minute cheesecake-style mug cake—super creamy and decadent, still in under 5 minutes.
Do you want me to give that version too?
