Craving something sweet but don’t want to bake an entire cake? ThisChocolate Lava Mug Cake for One is the ultimate answer to your late-night dessert cravings! It’s rich, gooey, and melts in your mouth — and the best part? It takes just 5 minutes to make in your microwave. No oven, no mess, no fuss!
✅ Single-serving – Perfect for one (or two if you feel like sharing!)
✅ Microwave-friendly – Ready in just minutes
✅ Minimal ingredients – You probably already have everything at home
✅ Molten chocolate center – Just like a fancy restaurant lava cake
🍴 Ingredients You’ll Need:
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp baking powder
A pinch of salt
3 tbsp milk (dairy or plant-based)
2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1 small piece of chocolate (or a spoon of Nutella for extra gooeyness)
👩🍳 How to Make Chocolate Lava Mug Cake in the Microwave:
In a microwave-safe mug, mix the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth and lump-free.
Press the chocolate piece/Nutella into the center of the batter.
Microwave for 60-75 seconds (depending on your microwave power).
Let it sit for a minute (it’ll be hot!), then dig in!
🎯 Pro Tip: Don’t overcook! The center should be molten and gooey — that’s the magic of a lava cake!
💡 Serving Ideas
Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream 🍦
Dust with powdered sugar
Add fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce
📌 Final Thoughts
This chocolate lava mug cake is the perfect quick dessert recipe for one. Whether you’re treating yourself after a long day or surprising someone special, it delivers restaurant-style indulgence in under 5 minutes. Bookmark this recipe and thank us later!
