Description
Create a delightful Chocolate Orange Mug Cake, perfect for a quick late-night treat. This recipe is easy to follow and delivers a warm, comforting dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the mug. Stir until just combined, making sure there are no dry lumps.
- If using, stir in the chocolate chips.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, or until the cake is cooked through. The cooking time may vary depending on your microwave.
- Let it cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Adjust microwave time as needed to prevent overcooking.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: Approximately 250-300
- Sugar: Approximately 20-25g
- Sodium: Approximately 150-200mg
- Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 3-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 7-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 40-45g
- Fiber: Approximately 2-3g
- Protein: Approximately 3-4g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 5-10mg