It was a conscious decision to stay-away from this dangerous mug-cake only because of its sheer convenience. I did not need a confirmation that I can make this cake whenever chocolate-cravings hit me.
As all our resolutions come to an end sooner or later, on a particularly depressing morning, I caved in! And it definitely lifted my spirits up instantly! Yaay for broken resolutions! I’m totally hooked to this one and will be definitely trying different versions! 😛
I know there are infinite versions of mug-cakes floating on the web since 2-3 years and I did check out many of them. But I had a few things in mind about how I wanted this cake to be so I ended up making my own version of this sinful dessert. For one wanted this cake to be eggless and a wee-bit healthier so that I don’t feel too much guilty about gobbling it up.
Another criteria was a perfectly soft, moist and fluffy cake. I can’t tolerate dry crumbs. But microwave especially has a tendency to snatch away moisture and make everything dry. So timing here is a key. Do not over-cook it. Check it after 1 minute + 10 seconds. If not done then cook for another 10 to 20 seconds.
It will take you more time to assemble all the ingredients than for it to actually cook! Perfect for unusual cravings or unexpected company! It would be ready in a jiffy! For it to look more posh, make it in a fancy tea-cups/Ramekins and serve it with ice-cream or whipped cream with fresh fruits. Add anything else you want in the batter like chopped nuts, dark/white chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, dried fruits, M & Ms, sprinkles… Tini-tiny pieces of delicious surprise in every bite! Pure happiness!
Mouth-watering? Read on to find out how it’s done. Be warned ~ it’s addictive!
Microwave Chocolate-Nutella Mug-Cake
Serves: 1 | Prep time: 2 minutes | Cook Time: 1 to 1 1/2 minutes
Ingredients:
- 3 Tbsp whole wheat flour
- 2 Tbsp powder sugar
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 Tbsp milk
- 1 Tbsp Nutella
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- M & Ms for topping or 1 Tbsp dark chocolate chips
Directions:
- In a medium-sized microwave-safe mug/ramekin add flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Whisk with fork until combined.
- Add oil, milk, Nutella, vanilla extract and mix with a fork until no lumps remain in the batter.
- Sprinkle top of batter with M & Ms or chocolate chips. Microwave on high for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Mine was done in 1 minute + 10 seconds so check at that mark and if it is not cooked through then let cook for another 10 to 20 seconds. Be careful as you don’t want a dry cake. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
View Comments (11)
Always wanted to try baking in the micro wave. Thanks for sharing !
Saving this to make with my kids;)
It's a breeze to make.. Even for kids! They would surely enjoy! Do try and share the results! :)
I will. Just finished baking banana Choco chip cookies egg free... The cake is on list .
Gr8! Will look out for your recipe then :)
What a luscious instantly treat! I love how easy it is to whip up a little bite of indulgence like this. Plus, now I can see plenty of variations on the theme, since vegan Nutella isn't so easy to come by... I can see peanut butter making an especially delicious substitute. ;)
Peanut butter would be great!! ;)
Can't wait to try PB. Another flavour in making would be red velvet! My mind is bursting with ideas about all the different mug-cakes which can be baked so quickly in microwave.. Can't wait to try & share! :)
Yes, there are infinite versions... but u used nutella... my most most fav thingie on earth!.. I am dying to take a bite of that.
Thank you Namrata! Make it right away then! It was unbelievably moist and tender unlike the other microwave cakes. You won't regret those 3 minutes you'll spend in making these! :)
You used Wholewheat! Neat! :)
Thank you Priya! I try using whole wheat as much as I can! ;)