Use a few kitchen staples and a little hot chocolate mix to create this warm and gooey Hot Chocolate Mug Cake. Create coziness in one minute.
Easy Quick Dessert for One
I challenge you to find a gooier way to feel cozy on a cold winter day than this Hot Chocolate Mug Cake. I love the hot chocolate flavor the mix brings to the cup of goodness.
And those warm melted marshmallows... heaven! The marshmallows and chocolate chips elevate this chocolate mug cake to craving-worthy!
Or try my favorite--add a little marshmallow fluff on top and... Ohhhhh! Lawd! It's all the things!
If you like this recipe, make a habit out of mug cakes with my Chocolate Chip Mug Cake and Oreo Mug Cake recipes. And if you're looking for another simple dessert for one with a fruity kick, try the Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadilla.
Top Tip
Trust me when I tell you, do not skimp on the cup size. Use a cappuccino or latte-sized mug (12 ounces).
Marshmallows expand in the microwave and if your cup is too small a mess will ensue.
Ingredients
Whip up this gooey, cozy cake with a few kitchen staples.
- Hot Cocoa Mix - Brings the chocolate to the party
- All Purpose Flour - The body of the cake
- Sugar - Every cake needs some sweetness
- Baking Powder - Makes the cake rise
- Salt - Helps to balance the sweet
- Cinnamon - A little secret ingredient that goes along beautifully with chocolate
- Water - A little liquid to make the cake come together
- Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter - Cakes need some fat to add moisture and richness
- Vanilla - Adds a bit of warm flavor to the cake
- Chocolate Chips - More chocolate can't be bad
- Marshmallows, Marshmallow Fluff, or Whipped Cream - Use whatever you like on your hot cocoa
Instructions
- Spray a large microwave safe bowl with cooking spray to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix all the cake batter ingredients in the cup.
- Microwave.
- Top with Marshmallow Cream, Mini Marshmallows and/or Chocolate Chips
See the recipe card for full instructions.
What is a Mug Cake? ☕️
Mug Cakes are simply a cake made with simple ingredients, cooked in the microwave. They are typically 1 or 2 servings.
I love the single-serving mug cake collection of recipes because they are delicious and easy to make with kitchen staples.
Choosing your Mug
Trust me with this one... marshmallows swell in the microwave. Use a 12-ounce mug! If it holds 1 ½ cups of liquid you should be fine.
But keep an eye on this one while cooking to make sure your marshmallows are not getting too crazy in there!
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Food Safety
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
Hot Chocolate Mug Cake
Ingredients
Method
- Spray a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug with baking spray and set aside.
- Mix all ingredients in a small mixing bowl or directly in the mug.
- Microwave for 1 minute. Check for doneness. If not set, cook for an additional 15 seconds.
- Garnish with additional chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, or marshmallow cream.
Tina says
So rich and gooey!!!
Chuckie says
Glad to hear you enjoyed it!
Terry T says
This really works for a snack for my kids. They loved it.